Warehouse Specialist

With a purpose to make tomorrow a little bit better than today for each other, our customers, and our communities, Ascentek provides an environment where you can love what you do and be your best every day. What you will enjoy by being a part of a 2024 USA Great Place to Work certified company: A position that is: Hourly, Full time, Mon-Fri 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Medical Plan options, including fertility coverage and free mental health and telehealth coverage Dental and Vision Insurance FSA/HSA options Paid parental leave Company-provided short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance Supplemental Insurances, including accident, critical illness, hospital, and supplemental life insurance 401(k) with a generous company match Pet Insurance Benefits 21 Paid Days Off 7 Paid Holidays Stylish company provided uniforms and personal protective equipment The Warehouse Specialist role works directly with the Warehouse Supervisor to assist with daily warehouse transactions, fulfilling and packaging orders for delivery and pickup, and handling materials and inventory to help maintain and improve the overall success of the warehouse. ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Process daily work orders Process customer orders to ship via carrier Keeps job area clean, safe and organized Has the ability to retain knowledge and take notes to perform a task after being trained on that task Has the ability to learn more advanced tasks once familiar with the job Maintains tools and materials in a professional manner Develops improved methods for fulfilling responsibilities Daily cycle count and inventory reconciliation Investigate inventory inaccuracy Create/track performance metrics Assist in continuous improvement of ERP system Assist with billing and load reconciliation Investigate orders that do not process correctly and correct the process Assist in continuous improvement of warehouse business processes Create daily, weekly, monthly reporting to warehouse supervisor and to operations manager. Perform other duties as required or assigned. Education: High school diploma or GED Experience and/or Training: Familiarity with basic research methods and reporting techniques Familiarity with vehicle maintenance products/small parts preferred Car wash install or other mechanical installation experience preferred Technology/Equipment: Sit-down and/or standup electrical and/or propane forklift experience preferred Walkie rider experience preferred Proficient in MS Office and "back-office" software (e.g. ERP) Proficient in DS/DSI or Zebra scan gun PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently asked to speak, hear, stand, sit, and/or use both hands to handle, or touch objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to walk, bend, distinguish colors or use repetitive movement for certain tasks. The employee must be able to lift and carry 25 to 60 lbs. occasionally and lift more than 60lbs. intermittently. PPE will be used intermittently while working with certain hazardous materials. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Must be able to work in all weather conditions and temperatures both indoor and outdoor WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Warehouse environment requiring steel-toe shoes, and, at times hearing and eye protection. Appropriate clothing (uniforms may be provided) must be worn at all times Extremely loose fitting clothing could be unsafe around powered industrial trucks (PIT) equipment Very tight-fitting clothing (such as yoga pants) is not acceptable attire The anticipated hiring range for the role you are applying for is between $22 and $23 hourly. This anticipated hiring range is based on several factors, and subject to increase based on the below: Experience and qualifications: The depth of relevant experience and specific skills you bring to the position. Education and certifications: Any additional qualifications that enhance your ability to succeed in the role. Market and industry benchmarks: We compare compensation packages with industry standards to ensure we are competitive. Internal equity: We strive to maintain pay equity across the organization to ensure fairness for all teammates performing similar work. At Ascentek, we are committed to providing accurate and up-to-date information about our career opportunities. For the most accurate job descriptions, salary details, and benefit information, we encourage you to visit our official careers page Ascentek is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr