What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Associate (no weekends) position at Interstate Batteries (Boston Battery Wholesale)?
Join our Interstate Batteries Randolph, NJ team as a Warehouse Associate. Typical schedule is Monday - Friday 8am-5pm but hours may extend during our busy season (Dec thru February).
Lets start with an introduction. We are Boston Battery Wholesale, a franchise of Interstate Batteries. Have you heard of us before? Its ok if you havent, we dont take it personal. To keep it simple, we sell batteries, but not just any batteries, we only sell the Interstate Battery brand which is considered to be the most reliable battery on the market and is the preferred brand among automotive professionals.
Not familiar with batteries? Thats ok, most of us werent either before we started working here, but now, we know more about batteries than we ever thought possible..or even wanted to know!
Come on, you know you want to be a battery expert like us. You can learn more about us at www.bostonbattery.net but for now, keep reading to learn about a career opportunity.
About your future job
As a Warehouse Associate, you will perform a variety of duties that include receiving new battery deliveries, processing incoming used batteries (cores) from the day before, picking and filling new battery orders from inventory, packing and loading delivery trucks prior to daily deliveries, and organizing & managing inventory. This is not like an amazon or retail distribution warehouse; our processes are not fully automated, the batteries can be heavy, and the processing of incoming used batteries (cores) is oftentimes a dirty job. You will be constantly moving & performing a variety of tasks throughout the day that requires physical labor.
Some basic responsibilities include.....
- Unloading delivery trucks and checking in new & used battery (cores) inventory
- Testing used batteries (cores) to determine where they go next in the process
- Prepare orders by accurately picking new battery inventory from stock, stacking & wrapping pallets, loading delivery trucks and stacking outgoing orders in designated areas
- Sort, organize & place batteries on shelves, according to organizational standards
- Safely operate equipment such as pallet jacks & forklifts
- Maintain inventory controls by collecting stock location orders, printing requests, recording amounts of products received or distributed through a computer. May also assist in counting of physical inventory
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment by area clean & organized at all times
- Follow all safety procedures & guidelines
- Attend & contribute to daily & weekly meetings
Physical requirements and abilities
- Regularly lift, carry and/or move product weighing 40-60lbs & occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 lbs.
- Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend and reach
- Occasionally required to sit, climb or balance
- Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust and focus
- Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as steel toed shoes, gloves & safety glasses
It might be a good fit if you.
- Are RELIABLE and show up to work on time, on a regular basis and can work overtime when needed
- Can meet all the physical requirements of the job (our product is heavy)
- Have a valid driver's license & own reliable transportation
- Willing to cross-train to become a Route Delivery Driver and fill in as needed
- Can perform basic computer skills & use handheld devices
- Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Safety and customer service is a priority of yours
- Can safely operate a forklift, pallet jack or other required equipment
- Have a High school Diploma or equivalent
- Possess basic math skills for inventory counting
- Must be willing and able to be exposed to dirt and dust, fumes, temperature extremes, dampness, and battery acid on a regular basis
- Can pass all pre-employment screening requirements
Why join us
- Medical & dental benefits employer/employee cost shared
- Low-cost group benefits plans: vision, life, accident & critical insurance
- 401k retirement with company matching
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company paid long-term disability insurance
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Career advancement with internal opportunities
- Fun, collaborative team environment
- Employee discounts on products
- Biweekly pay via direct deposit
- Uniforms provided for certain positions
Our Core Values set us apart from our competitors and are the foundation of how we operate. Our employees are expected to:
- Provide Outrageous Service
- Pay Attention to Detail
- Work as a Team
- Put Safety First
- Take Ownership
- Be the Expert
Boston Battery and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
