(USA) Freight Flow Associate

Position Summary Position Summary... Responsibilities Complies with company policies, procedures and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans using the Open Door Policy and applying them in executing business processes and practices. Operates forklift following company standards and guidelines by safely picking up, moving, placing, and positioning merchandise pallets. Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data and resources; collaborating with managers, coworkers, customers and other business partners; identifying priorities, deadlines and expectations; carrying out tasks, communicating progress and information; determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties and feedback. Receives stocks and organizes merchandise and supplies from distribution centers and suppliers throughout the facility by managing inventory flow, following company policy and procedures for utilizing equipment appropriately, merchandising, working inventory exceptions, correcting shelf capacities and completing and retaining required paperwork logs and other documentation. Provides member service by acknowledging members, identifying member needs, providing guidance and support regarding self‑service technology, assisting with purchasing decisions, locating merchandise, resolving member issues and concerns, and promoting the company’s products and services. Maintains facility safety by conducting safety sweeps, following forklift spotting procedures, handling and disposing of hazardous materials safely, adhering to company standards, and reporting unsafe situations to management. Maintains the sales floor and merchandising presentation in accordance with company policies by zoning the area, stocking and rotating merchandise, removing damaged or out‑of‑date goods, setting up cleaning and organizing product displays, maintaining modular integrity, receiving, sorting, staging and delivering merchandise, ensuring prominent display of promotional and seasonal merchandise, processing defective merchandise in compliance with sanitation and food‑safety regulations, and monitoring shrink, security risks and safety. Ensures club pick‑up orders are filled by assisting with picking club pick‑up orders throughout the day, staging products according to policy and procedures, ensuring merchandising associates pick orders within acceptable timeframes, and performing occasional audits for accuracy. Handles inventory moves and displays goods safely and correctly; tracks goods, maintains in‑stock levels and controls shrinkage in a timely manner; reports poor inventory practices and low in‑stock levels; uses inventory tools and equipment safely. Operates and maintains forklifts safely and correctly; reports poor or unsafe conditions; informs management when forklifts are not in proper working order. Proactively identifies customers who need help; actively engages them and assists with technology services and items; models and helps others with technology services; identifies shrink opportunities and problems with products, services and work areas and takes steps to fix them; properly maintains equipment and ensures products are organized and stocked correctly and promptly fixes any problems. Shows respect for individuals: embraces differences, creates a workplace where associates feel seen, supported and connected; builds strong and trusting relationships; mentors and recognizes contributions. Acts with integrity: maintains the highest standards of ethics and compliance, models Walmart values, holds self and others accountable, supports Walmart’s regenerative goals. Serves our customers and members: delivers results while putting the customer first; makes decisions based on reliable information and considers the impact on the team’s ability to deliver on our purpose for all stakeholders. Strives for excellence: displays curiosity, takes calculated risks, demonstrates courage and resilience, drives continuous improvements, embraces new technologies and supports others through change. Minimum Qualifications 90 days of prior experience with forklift certification; ability to safely utilize pallet jacks. Must be 18 years of age or older. Preferred Qualifications Customer Service Experience Retail Experience Experience supervising a team Benefits Health benefits: medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits: 401(k), stock purchase and company‑paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits: PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, voting; additional PTO/PPTO as per job classification and length of employment; complies with statutory sick‑leave laws. Other benefits: short‑term and long‑term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. Live Better U is a company‑paid education benefit program for full‑time and part‑time associates in Walmart and Sam’s Club facilities. Programs range from high‑school completion to bachelor’s degrees, including English Language Learning and short‑form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart at Location 20424 KATY FWY, KATY, TX 77449-7636, United States of America Compensation The hourly wage range for this position is $19.00 to $27.00*; the actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met. Other Information Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and have a no‑tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr