Warehouse Associate

JOB SUMMARY: The Warehouse Associate is responsible for shipping, receiving and recording the movement of parts, supplies, materials, equipment and stock to and from an establishment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None.  

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Select inventory to fulfill customer orders according to packing slips and standard operating procedures (SOPs); utilize forklift to move shipments
• Notify management of any discretions in inventory 
• Pack, seal, and label materials to prepare for shipping
• Process overnight courier shipments using 
• Use computer software to: generate labels for shipping; update order information; process overnight courier shipments (UPS, FedEx, etc.); input inventory information
• Stage orders for delivery and loading of trucks
• Pull and package/roll laminate as needed for customer orders
• Perform cycle count of inventory
• Perform housekeeping duties within your work area to maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Maintain and organize adequate shipping supplies
• Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team 
• Thorough understanding of warehouse policies and procedures
• Must have the ability to safely operate a forklift and other related equipment
• Prioritization, Organization, and Execution — ability to multi-task in a stressful, fast paced working environment, with attention to detail
• Must have the ability to interpret and follow through on directions given by management
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong time management skills
• Technical capacity and basic computer skill

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Familiarity with basic warehouse and distribution processes as well as equipment and machinery preferred
• Must have experience with and ability to use computer software and systems
• Knowledge of shipping, receiving, cycle counting and inventory management preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Must be able to walk, stand, carry materials, stoop, kneel, bend at the waist, reach overhead and climb stairs

• Prolonged periods of walking and standing 
• Must be able to lift and/or move items up to 45 pounds 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• This job operates in a warehouse setting, with some outdoor exposure during the workday. 
• Warehouse setting can be subject to cold, heat and humidity
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, and standard warehouse equipment such as forklifts, lifts, hand trucks, box cutters and tape dispensers 
• The noise level in the work environment can be loud