Distribution Associate
About The Position
The Distribution Associate supports the day-to-day shipment and receipt of component parts and finished goods while maintaining accurate inventory and shipping records. The role includes order picking, shipment preparation, inventory control, and maintaining an organized and safe warehouse environment to help ensure customer orders are processed accurately and delivered on time. The position is located in La Brea, California, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The hourly pay range is $20.60–$24.72, with eligibility for a bonus opportunity paid annually in three installments.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- At least 3 years of shipping and receiving experience required.
- Ability to operate material-handling equipment, including forklifts, pallet handlers, and hand trucks.
- Ability to perform inventory and cycle counting.
- Good computer and organizational skills.
- Ability to lift boxes or materials weighing up to 51 pounds.
- Ability to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods.
Nice To Haves
- Prior customer service experience.
- Familiarity with UPS, FedEx, LTL, and similar shipping carriers.
- Experience with FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory practices.
- Strong attention to detail and inventory accuracy.
- Previous warehouse experience in a fast-paced environment.
- Team-oriented mindset and willingness to help others.
- Openness to training and learning new processes.
Responsibilities
- Review and verify orders, ensuring correct part numbers and quantities are picked and discrepancies are corrected promptly.
- Process and coordinate shipments through UPS, LTL, and other carriers while maintaining accurate shipping and receiving records.
- Perform inventory management and monthly cycle counts, maintaining greater than 95% accuracy for service parts and 100% accuracy for finished goods equipment.
- Monitor inventory and packaging supplies and communicate low-stock conditions to management to prevent shortages.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse while following established safety procedures.
- Perform shipping, receiving, order picking, and shipment preparation duties.
- Maintain accurate inventory records.
Benefits
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life, accident, and disability coverage.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement and career growth opportunities.
- Safe, climate-controlled workplaces.
- Uniforms provided with meal subsidies.
- Employee discounts and wellness programs.
- Eligibility for a bonus opportunity with annual payouts distributed in three installments.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
