Warehouse Associate - Part Time (2:45pm-7:30pm)

Part Time: Monday–Friday, 2:45 pm–7:30 pm. Starting pay: $19.00 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Order Filling
  • Picks product from fulfillment center stock according to wave pick list and organizes on cart.
  • Pulls warehouse items from the shelves based on number, size, color, quantity, and quality requirements.
  • Operates scanners to ensure the proper order is picked and inventory is managed accurately.
• Order Checking
  • Verifies that the item picked matches the item on the invoice by comparing manufacturer name, manufacturer item number, and item description.
  • Verifies quantity of items picked matches item quantity on the invoice.
  • For time-sensitive items, verifies the expiration date on the item is acceptable for shipment to the customer.
  • Verifies all items listed on the invoice have been picked.
  • For items that include component(s), such as a pump, verifies that components are included.
• Packing
  • Counts quantity of items and verifies the count to the quantity listed on the invoice.
  • Matches the ship-to address or invoice number on the shipping label with the same information on the invoice.
  • Selects correct packaging, fill, and labels.
  • Follows regulatory guidelines when packing items with regulatory classification.
  • Creates proper shipping papers for packages containing hazardous materials.
• Manifests
  • For packages not auto-manifested: weighs packages, determines appropriate method of transportation, verifies proper labeling, scans information, and applies shipping labels.
  • For packages auto-manifested: verifies and corrects non-conforming packages.
• Expeditor
  • Processes orders requiring special handling as required by branch personnel, sales staff, or end-user.
• Order Processing
  • Fulfills current or new client orders to achieve client customer satisfaction.
• Additional Functions
  • Transacts all business in accordance with Patterson Companies’ business code of ethics and conduct.
  • Aligns with Patterson Companies’ Purpose, Vision, and Values statement.
  • Uses assigned warehouse equipment/machinery to perform assigned job.
  • Meets or exceeds assigned performance metrics and KPIs.
  • Helps maintain an organized, clean, and safe warehouse.
  • Handles all hazardous materials, pesticides, and prescription drugs according to the Company’s processes/procedures and all applicable laws and regulations.
  • Performs all work in accordance with Company Safety guidelines and procedures, with safety and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and count.
• Comprehensive problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals.

Working Conditions

• Material and Equipment Directly Used
  • General warehouse equipment.
  • General office equipment.
  • MS Office, shipping, and proprietary inventory management software.
  • May require training and certification to operate a variety of forklifts: sit-down, cherry picker (mobile elevated working platform), and/or Joey forklift (multipurpose order picker that can elevate an operator and can be driven at height to move from task to task).
• Working Environment/Physical Activities
  • Moving 75% of the time.
  • Frequently grasp, reach, bend, and stoop in narrow/confined spaces.
  • Exposure to dust.
• Physical Demands
  • Lift and carry up to 55 pounds; team lift 56 to 100 pounds: continuous, moderate, or occasional heavy physical activity.
  • Sitting or standing: continuous, moderate, or occasional heavy physical activity.
  • Use of hands: continuous, moderate, or occasional heavy physical activity.
  • Stoop, bend, or crawl: occasional or frequent moderate physical activity.
  • Ascend/descend on a ladder: occasional or frequent moderate physical activity.
• Travel and On-call
  • No travel required per week in a local area.
  • On-call is not required for this position.