What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Receiver position at A&B Distributors?
Description
The Warehouse Receiver is responsible for accurately receiving, inspecting, and processing all incoming shipments of products. This role ensures inventory is accounted for, stored properly, and ready for distribution. The position requires attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment, and strong communication with team members.
Responsibilities
Qualifications:
This role requires regular standing, walking and reaching. Must be able to regularly lift and move products ranging from 25 to 170 pounds, as well as climb, reach, and perform other physical movements necessary to carry out the essential duties of the position. Work is performed in a warehouse environment where steel-toed footwear is required.
Benefits
The Warehouse Receiver is responsible for accurately receiving, inspecting, and processing all incoming shipments of products. This role ensures inventory is accounted for, stored properly, and ready for distribution. The position requires attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment, and strong communication with team members.
Responsibilities
- Receive incoming deliveries; verify counts, product codes, and quality against purchase orders and bills of lading.
- Inspect shipments for damage, shortages, or discrepancies and report issues promptly.
- Unload trucks safely and efficiently using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other equipment.
- Accurately document and record received goods in the warehouse management system.
- Tag, label, and properly organize products in designated warehouse locations.
- Replenish the front pick line as needed to ensure products are available for order fulfillment.
- Inspect inventory for expiration dates, rotate stock properly to maintain product freshness and prevent expiration.
- Assist with loading trucks as needed.
- Moves trucks/vans within the warehouse or between designated locations as required.
- Maintain cleanliness, safety, and organization of receiving and storage areas.
- Communicate with drivers and supervisors to ensure smooth receiving operations.
- Adhere to all safety and company compliance standards.
- Perform other general warehouse duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Highschool Diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid Driver’s license with clean driving record
- 1 years of warehouse receiving experience
- WMS experience (Encompass or other Warehouse Management Systems) preferred
- Comfortable working in varying warehouse temperatures
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs. repeatedly
- Ability to obtain Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) certification to safely operate warehouse equipment (forklift, pallet jack etc.)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
This role requires regular standing, walking and reaching. Must be able to regularly lift and move products ranging from 25 to 170 pounds, as well as climb, reach, and perform other physical movements necessary to carry out the essential duties of the position. Work is performed in a warehouse environment where steel-toed footwear is required.
Benefits
- 401(k) matching – A&B Distributors will contribute 100% of the first 5% after one year of service
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Insurance PPO
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays – 9 per year
- Paid Parental Leave
- Sick – One week of sick each year
- Vacation – Two Weeks starting
- Vision Insurance