What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Order Picker position at Brown Distributing Co?
Brown Distributing Company is a leading beverage distributor throughout the state of Virginia. Since 1919, Brown Distributing has grown into a beverage distribution business with combined sales of over 3 million cases annually and serving in excess of 3,000 retailers with nearly 200 employees. Brown Distributing offers their employees competitive compensation, complete benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance and a 401K employer match.
We are seeking a career-minded Warehouse Associate-Picker to join our 2nd Shift and support the Operations Team in Richmond, VA!
Current Seasonal Schedule (~ March - November):
Sunday: 8AM until work is complete
Monday- Thursday:12:30PM until work is complete
Winter Schedule:
Monday- Friday:12:30PM until work is complete
Average is 40-50 hours per week.
Compensation:
$20/hour while training
*within 90 days transition to case pay (commission structure) at minimum 180 cases/hour $350/biweekly performance bonus*
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Operate an electric pallet jack to safely and efficiently travel warehouse aisles while picking pallets.
- Pick individual cases of beer, malt beverages, and related products from warehouse slots using a voice-based pick system.
- Build stable pallets by account in accordance with stacking and sequencing requirements.
- Wrap top layer, label and stage completed pallets.
- Maintain the established cases-per-hour rate consistent with commission pay targets and company productivity standards.
- Minimize mispicks and shorts by verifying order details before moving to the next slot.
- Report slot discrepancies, damaged product, or inventory variances to a supervisor immediately.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the shift.
- Perform general warehouse functions as required during low-volume periods.
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
- Interacts with employees in a safe and productive manner.
- Operate electric pallet jacks only after completing required certification training.
- Wear seatbelt or safety harness at all times when operating any Powered Industrial Truck (PIT).
- Adhere to safe speed limits and observe all pedestrian walkways and traffic patterns.
- Safety-toed shoes are MANDATORY at all times on the warehouse floor.
- No cell phone use while operating equipment or in active picking aisles.
- No horseplay on or around equipment at any time.
- Inspect electric pallet jack at the start of each shift; report defects before use.
- Report any injury, near-miss, or accident to a supervisor immediately.
- Follow all established PPE requirements and company safety protocols.
Qualifications
All final applicants will be required to comply and pass all drug and background checks.
Brown Distributing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Work Place.
Brown Distributing is a proud V3-certified Company