What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distribution Center Associate position at XL Parts & The Parts House Open Positions?
Distribution Center Associate
Reports To: Distribution Center Manager
Direct Reports: No
Status: Full-Time
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
Division: Distribution & Logistics
Job Purpose:
The Distribution Center Associate is responsible for receiving and stocking Automotive parts. The ideal candidate should be able to move and think quickly, able to bend at the waist and knees and climb the short ladder in order to reach top shelves.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Receive and stock automotive parts efficiently.
- Quickly read and determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed based on customer's order, shipping order, or requisition.
- Transport materials from receiving areas to designated storage or other areas.
- Sort and organize materials based on predetermined criteria such as size, type, style, color, or product code.
- Assemble customer orders and place them on pallets, shelves, or convey them to packing or shipping departments.
- Mark materials with identifying information and open containers.
- Record received or distributed amounts of materials or items.
- Weigh or count items to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Utilize computer for record-keeping.
- Prepare parcels for mailing and shipment via common carrier.
Requirements:
- High school Diploma
- Attention to detail
- 0 to 3 years working in a warehouse
- Good to above-average computer skills
- Knowledge of shipping and receiving procedures preferred
- Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. Some overtime may be required
- Must be able to pass a criminal background and drug screen
Benefits:
We offer a competitive compensation plan complete with attractive benefits offerings that include (not limited to) medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, paid time off and opportunities for advancement.
Environmental/Occupational Health and Physical Requirements:
Employees can expect a standard 9-hour workday in a warehouse environment that includes tasks such as walking, squatting, and lifting. Physical requirements may involve demonstrating the ability to lift heavy objects weighing 50 pounds or more. Employees are responsible for ensuring all passageways, storerooms, floors, counters and restrooms, especially keeping their personal work area clean. Before end of shift each employee should review the entire workplace and put away unused materials/supplies and clear trash. Employees should also report any work hazards immediately upon discovery.
XL Parts and The Parts House (TPH) a Marubeni Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment is contingent upon a successful background check and drug screen that meets the Company’s guidelines for employment.