Distribution Associate

Description

Benefits

• Eligible for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance at the first of the month coinciding 30 days of employment.
• 401(k) plan with a company match at the first of the month following 90 days employment.
• Paid Parental Leave
• Profit sharing/Safe Harbor Match
• Eligible for vacation, personal days and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement for bachelor's and graduate degrees 

Job Summary

To pick and process orders for shipment and/or process and put away received inventory utilizing a RF Scanner.

Essential Functions

Picking Function:

• Utilize an RF Scanning device to scan item location and item number bar codes to confirm items picked for customer orders.
• Scale count less than full case quantities using a battery operated piece pick scale
• Bag, band, or bundle products and apply an item label to each item in preparation for shipment.
• Pick items into a tote and then transfer the tote to the next department zone or to the packing stations.

Packing Function:

• Pack product using bubble wrap and packing paper to minimize the chance of product damage during shipment.
• Confirm the correct item quantity was picked in the shipping process by weighting each product at the packing station.
• Utilize the Company’s warehouse management system to confirm that items were picked and packed properly and generate and apply a packing slip and a shipping label.

Additional Essential Functions:

• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of an assigned set of item locations. This includes: sweeping, straightening and organizing cartons, closing cartons and ensuring all items are properly labeled.
• Remove cartons from a powered conveyor line and stack the on pallets in preparation for shipment.

Secondary Functions

• Other duties assigned by Supervisor including but not limited to labeling, repacking, and general cleaning duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Performance Measures

• Average lines picked per day
• Average lines packed per day

· Error Rate

• Aisle audit scores on housekeeping and organization
• Attendance and punctuality

Supervisory Responsibility

· None

Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work

This is a full-time position. Regular hours are Monday through Friday 8:00AM to 4:30PM.

 Regular attendance is expected and required. 

Requirements

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 1 to 3 years of experience working in a warehouse/distribution center environment

SKILLS (Language, Mathematical, Reasoning, Other)

• Must be able to operate an RF Scanner and a portable scale
• Strong work ethic
• Must be proficient using a computer (experience with shipping or warehouse management system software preferred)
• Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Must be detail-oriented and well organized
• Must be safety conscious

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Extensive walking, lifting, bending, standing
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be dexterous and handle small plastic and metal parts
• Must be able read an RF Scanner, computer screen, and scale
• Must be able to work overtime with little notice
• Must be able to multi-task
• Must be able to effectively communicate and work in a team environment
• Must have a general math aptitude