Warehouse Associate

SUMMARY:

Responsible for all aspects of the warehouse operation including: receiving, storing, preparing, handling and shipping of merchandise.

Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Offloading freight from inbound trucks and containers.
• Receive merchandise into the system and move it to physical warehouse locations or other storage areas.
• Perform inventory stock consolidations as necessary.
• Perform regular cycle counts and work to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Pick, pack and prepare merchandise for shipping via small package and LTL shipping methods.
• Work to ensure that operations stay on schedule and customer needs are met on a daily basis.
• Assure freight is tendered to proper outbound carriers.
• Pick, pack, and prepare international shipments; accurately record product serial numbers and generate detailed shipping manifests for distribution to customers.
• General daily upkeep of the workplace to assure a clean, safe and organized environment.
• Perform nightly closing procedures as required.

The above description identifies the most significant duties and responsibilities to be performed on a daily basis, but does not exclude other work assignments relative to and within the scope of the position.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Minimum, high school graduate.
• 5 years’ experience with shipping and receiving.
• Familiarity with general distribution center/warehouse processes.
• Basic knowledge of inventory management practices.
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions.
• Experience in operating a forklift and stock picker…Turret truck experience a plus.
• Must be able to lift or move up to 50 lbs. without assistance.