Warehouse Associate

Warehouse Associate

Ashland Office - Ashland, VA 23005

Overview

Salary Range $17.00 - $18.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day

Warehouse Associate

Warehouse Associate - Ashland, VA

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs an array of functions including processing incoming stock and materials, picking and filing orders from stock, packing, processing orders for shipment, organizing and retrieving stock in the warehouse.

POSITION EXPECTATIONS

• Assist Receiving and Order Fulfillment teams in handling inbound and outbound product.
• Load and unload packages onto or from carts, pallets and conveyor system.
• Ensure outbound order accuracy is maintained by reading labels and manifest paperwork for proper package distribution to the designated delivery routes.
• Inspects stock items for wear and defects prior to releasing them for distribution.
• Understands all company safety guidelines and protocols outlined in the Safety Handbook.
• Operates tools and material handling equipment in performance of duties within company safety guidelines.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Assists in general facility upkeep to include emptying trash and compacting recyclable materials.
• Assist Delivery team by sorting and loading outbound merchandise into vehicles when necessary.
• Assist Service teams by assembling furniture items, preparing and moving equipment as necessary.
• Assists internal and external customers in moving, loading, and unloading merchandise as directed.
• Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Meets company standards for attendance and punctuality.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

Education, Certifications and/or Licenses:

• High School Diploma is preferred, but not required.

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year previous warehouse experience is preferred, but not required.
• Minimum 1 year previous forklift experience is preferred, but not required.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Basic math and computer skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills. Able to exchange information with other.
• Ability to understand and follow direction.
• Ability to use basic warehouse tools and equipment.
• Be able to prioritize duties to meet daily company standards.
• Focused on detail oriented tasks.
• Able to work independently and/or collaboratively within a team.
• Able to meet objectives and deadlines set by manager.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Lives and leads by the company's values and serves as an example of the best we want to see in our team.
• Able to interact professionally with customers, vendor partners, and fellow employees.
• Highly motivated to learn and grow. Is self-directed and proactive.
• Reliable and responsive.
• Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and conscientiousness – care about doing the right thing, not the easy thing.
• Possess a positive attitude.
• Innovative mindset – demonstrate flexibility and problem-solving skills when met with challenges.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to do the following:

• Ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps.
• Perform activities such as balance, bend/stoop, crouch, kneel, push/pull, reach, squat.
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 2,000 pounds in all directions using proper lifting technique and equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 75lbs unassisted (50lbs repeatedly).
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Operating machinery and/or power tools.
• Operating standard warehouse material handling equipment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the associate regularly works in a fast-paced, noisy, non-temperature controlled environment, varying between internal warehouse environments, delivery vehicles, outdoors, and internal/external customer locations.

About the Company

The Supply Room is a business-to-business distributor of office supplies, furniture, coffee and breakroom products, janitorial and cleaning supplies, promotional products, and technology solutions to customers seeking customized workplace solutions and personalized service. We are the region's largest independent office supply dealer with ten locations in Virginia and Maryland. A family-owned and operated company since 1951, TSRC, Inc. is dedicated to supporting our team members and the communities in which we serve.

Available benefits include: paid leave and holidays; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage; short and long term disability coverage; 401k with a corporate match; and tuition reimbursement for career development courses.

TSRC, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

TSRC, Inc. maintains a drug free workplace.