Warehouse Associate

Warehouse Associate

3620 Miller Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

MIKAL Public Store

Full-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 8:00am - 4:00pm

OVERVIEW:

Embark on your journey as a Full-time Warehouse Associate, where you're at the heart of our operations. You'll not only handle the ebb and flow of products as they enter and leave the facility, but you'll dive into the world of inventory management for a leader in industrial distribution. This position is for our branch located at 3620 Miller Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49001. This position may offer a flexible schedule after a period of onboarding, training, and meeting performance goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

o Managing and maintaining branch inventory

o Receiving, picking, packaging, shipping, and cycle counting inventory

o Making local deliveries with a company vehicle as necessary

o Maintaining a clean and safe work environment

o Performing other duties as needed to ensure branch success

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

o 18 years of age or older, due to the nature of work

o Possess a current full valid driver's license issued in the country where the job is located (including successful completion of any applicable graduated license program for your state or province) as well as the ability to meet our driving record requirements to use a company vehicle, as needed

o Proficient written and oral communication skills

o Proficient computer skills

o Learn and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment

o Demonstrate strong organization, planning and prioritizing abilities

o Highly motivated, self directed and customer service oriented

o Demonstrate attention to detail and strong sense of urgency

o Work independently as well as in a team environment

o Demonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork

o Lift, slide, carry and lower packages that typically weigh 25lbs-50lbs and may weigh up to 75lbs

o Pass the required drug screen (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY)

o Pass a background check, required by a customer/contract serviced by this location

PREFERRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

o Previous experience receiving, shipping, sorting or managing inventory

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT:

Our mission within Fastenal's School of Business is to collaboratively maximize the potential of each employee by consistently providing efficient, effective, and engaging learning opportunities to drive improved work performance. The experience includes on-the-job, online, instructor led classroom and virtual trainings which will equip you with the knowledge, skills and strategies to be successful in your role and grow with the company.

ABOUT US:

Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with over 3,000 servicing locations, each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As we've expanded across the world, we've retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business, create their own success, and advance to become company leaders.

As a growth company with a solid financial position, we are committed to training, promoting from within, and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company, you won't find a better fit than Fastenal.

FULL-TIME BENEFITS:

Fastenal offers a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. This package includes Health, Life, Long Term Disability, and Dental Insurance, in addition to, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 401(k) with an employer contribution.