Warehouse Associate

Warehouse AssociateDuration: Initial duration 4 months, with a possibility of extension up to 6 months. Work Location: Portsmouth, Virginia, USA 23704. Shift Timing: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM.Job OverviewWe are looking to fill three contingent Warehouse Associate positions. Of these three, one will be assigned to the Receiving team. For this role, the team is seeking a candidate who is computer savvy and comfortable working with systems, as they will assist with system transfers after 4:30 PM. The goal is to ensure adequate support in Receiving while also providing coverage for administrative and system-related tasks that occur later in the day.ResponsibilitiesImplement and maintain the effectiveness of the quality system.Operate forklifts, and package and label customer orders.Utilize computer systems to process receipts, putaways, picks, and replenishments.Inspect incoming product and verify it against the shipping manifest for accuracy.Elevate inventory discrepancies to inventory control or management for resolution.Work effectively with QA organizations to disposition incoming product.Basic Qualifications | EducationHigh School Diploma or GED.Ability to perform basic math, and to read, understand, and make decisions based on written operating procedures.Preferred QualificationsAbility to read product labels and picking sheets.Forklift certification, or the ability to become certified (company-provided training). (For this requisition, priority is given to candidates with forklift experience.)Ability to communicate discrepancies to the warehouse supervisor.Ability to operate a rolling pushcart, electric forklift, and manual pallet jack.Physical and Environmental ConditionsFrequently exposed to moving equipment such as forklifts and rolling carts.Exposed to temperature-controlled warehouse conditions.Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions when loading doors are open.May frequently work extended hours as required.