Seasonal Warehouse Associate

Warehouse Associate

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for daily customer order fulfillment activities within an assigned area(s) of a distribution facility. This position is responsible for demonstrating safety and operational expertise within a quality and productivity driven environment. This position will be required to proficiently perform at least one or more distribution-related activities (e.g., order filling, shipping, receiving) on a regular basis.

1. Perform one or more distribution-related functions that allow, as the business requires, assignment across various functions such as checking, picking, packing, replenishment, bin/bulk order fill, bin/bulk stocking, shipping, receiving/returns, sorting, or loading (as applicable to operation). Assignment to other functional tasks may be done on a daily or less than daily basis.

2. May, on occasion, operate a pallet jack to move product around

3. Contribute to a safe work environment through continuous focus on housekeeping and safety

4. Demonstrate a commitment to our company's core values

5. Interact with supervisors, leads, and/or work groups with information exchanges related to immediate tasks

6. Participate in the implementation and contribute ideas and suggestions for continuous improvements to the distribution process in a group setting

7. Work in a fast-paced, metric-driven environment

Level of Formal Education: High school diploma or equivalent education preferred

Area of Study: Years of Experience: No previous experience required

Type of Experience: Special Certifications: Language Skills: Basic ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, using the English language

Technical Competencies: Skills and Ability:

• Basic math skills (counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication)
• Basic computer skills (accessing and navigating the internet; familiar with the keyboard; opening, closing and saving documents)
• Ability to lift a minimum of 70 pounds regularly, up to 150 pounds infrequently
• Ability to push, pull, grasp, and fine manipulation of equipment using hands is ongoing throughout the work hours
• Walking on uneven surfaces possible, though infrequently

Information Systems: Basic level experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

Personal Attributes: Ability to work a flexible schedule (start shift early and/or stay until the work is complete)

Exhibited good job performance and behavior as measured through indicators such as teamwork, attendance, quality, and productivity, etc.

Other/Preferred: One (1) year previous related experience preferred