DC Associate 1

Newell Brands • Reno, NV

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About The Position

The Distribution Associate performs core distribution center functions on a rotating basis according to operational needs. Duties may include picking, packing, building orders for shipment, shipping, value-added services, and returns. The position requires following customer and shipping instructions, maintaining productivity and safety standards, communicating questions or issues, and working flexibly across departments as needed. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive, professional work environment, maintain excellent attendance and punctuality, and participate in annual physical inventory counts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• PC skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and adapt to a changing work environment.
• Willingness to work in any distribution center department as necessary.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to maintain productivity and safety standards and a professional attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Six months to one year of experience in distribution functions; experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Pick and pack orders for various customers, following pick-ticket instructions.
• Build large freight orders onto pallets within customer and freight-forwarder height restrictions, and verify order completeness and accuracy before shipping.
• Ship orders according to pick-ticket instructions, including the specified shipping method and any special requirements.
• Generate shipping labels, carton-content labels, and packing lists, and apply or insert them as directed by the Shipping Manager or Shipping Supervisor.
• Follow customer vendor guides for picking, packing, and shipping instructions.
• Assist with loading outbound trucks and dock operations as needed and directed.
• Perform value-added services, such as adding hangers and price tags.
• Assist with replenishment stocking when directed by a supervisor, lead, or manager.
• Help in other distribution center departments as needed and directed.
• Communicate with supervisors or managers about work-related issues and ask for clarification when needed.
• Maintain a professional attitude and productivity standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, follow safety procedures, and report safety infractions.
• Participate in annual physical inventory counts.
• Complete housekeeping responsibilities assigned by Shipping Managers or Supervisors.
• Work effectively as part of a team and adapt to changing work environments.
• Maintain excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Contribute to a positive work environment through cooperative and professional interactions with coworkers, customers, and vendors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED