Warehouse Associate

Warehouse Associate 

Classification: Non-Exempt 

Summary

The Warehouse Associate position involves performing various warehouse duties, such as inventory management, organizing stock, packaging products, receiving and shipping. 

Essential Functions/Duties

1. Observe, follow and maintain a safe working environment.
2. Sort appropriately, receive and store incoming products.
3. Use order documents to fulfil order using scanners and material handling equipment (when necessary) to select the appropriate product listed.
4. Inspect items for defects and report as required.
5. Count/verify stock using various methods including via scanner, scale, manually or using computer. 
6. Verify inventory computations by comparing them to physical counts of stock and escalate discrepancies or errors. 
7. Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations. 
8. Keep records on the use and/or damage of stock or stock handling equipment. 
9. Follow all warehouse procedures and safety measures.

Competencies 

1. Ability to maintain positive relations within all levels of the organization.
2. Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
3. Ability to work effectively with or without direct supervision as well as independently or in a team environment.
4. Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Physical/Cognitive Demands

This is largely a physically active role including walking long distances (over uneven surfaces) to/within our production facility, lifting 50lbs or more, and standing for long periods. Position also requires bending, stooping, squatting or standing as necessary. Cognitive abilities required include deductive reasoning, information ordering, oral comprehension, oral expression, problem sensitivity, written comprehension, and written expression.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position.

Required Education

HS Diploma/GED  

Preferred Experience

General Warehouse Roles including Pulling orders, Inventory Control, Packaging, Receiving, or Shipping

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.