Warehouse Associate

Job Description

Position Summary:

Responsible for accurately and safely receiving and storing materials and processing incoming shipments. Distributes materials, tools, equipment and products within the warehouse, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all job functions.

Essential Functions:

• Unload trucks and accurately receive merchandise, matching bills of lading to purchase orders.

• Interpret customer orders, work orders, shipping orders or requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered or distributed, and/or shipped and maintain accurate documentation and records.

• Move, sort, and identify materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping or to other designated areas according to predetermined sequence.

• Prepares bills of lading; checks items to be shipped against work orders to ascertain that quantities, destination, and routing are correct.

• Traces lost shipments and/or customer claims of lost shipments; initiates proof of delivery documents.

• Weigh and count items for distribution within the warehouse to ensure conformance to company standards.

• Conduct daily counts of resale material and related ancillary products and report discrepancies to appropriate personnel.

• Performs janitorial duties in the warehouse and office.

• Adheres to all Company safety rules, standards, and guidelines.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Requires a positive attitude and ability to function independently and in a team setting.

• Must possess strong mathematical aptitude.

• Must be able to prioritize multiple responsibilities and manage time effectively.

• Must be able to communicate in English with regard to the essential functions of the position.

Required Experience and Education:

• High school diploma or GED.

• One year of prior warehouse experience.

• Prior forklift experience is preferred but not required.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull 50 lbs.

• Requires visual, hearing, and speech acuity.

• Requires the ability to stand and walk long distances for extended periods of time.

• Exposure to extreme temperatures and elements, noise, and fumes.