Warehouse associate

Job Description Job Description Summary: Maintain inventory and supplies by receiving, storing and shipping items timely and accurately; perform inventory counts (cycle counts).
Understanding of manufacturing processes within a distribution center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following.
Print pick tickets, pull orders, maintain orders as necessary – same day
Check orders, package shipments – same day
Responsible to have all orders verified by another associate
Ship packages using various shipping methods or common carriers
Ability to ship to domestic or international destination including proper paperwork and packaging
Maintain accurate inventory counts by performing cycle counts and reconcile variances
Monitor, requisition shipping supplies
Store items in neat and orderly fashion in adherence to warehouse procedures
Properly process receipts of all incoming shipments (un-pack, verify count, inspection, data entry, paperwork, etc. within the same day.)
Work closely with Purchasing and Accounting in resolving discrepancies
Serve as back-up for the will-call area
Occasional pick up/drop off of materials to and from off-site locations
Maintain safe work environment
Other duties as assigned
Skills / Trainings / Certifications / Degrees
Ability to operate forklift and other assigned vehicles
Ability to use PC and learn company computer system
Manufacturing disciplines
Warehouse basics

Competencies
Maintain regular attendance
Energetic and work in fast-paced environment
Ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights, up to 75 pounds
Ability to work in non-controlled temperature environment and high humidity.
Ability to stand on your feet for extended periods

Education and /or Experience
High school diploma or GED.
Prior shipping experience necessary
Valid MD driver’s license
3 -5 years in a manufacturing/distribution center