Distribution Center Associate

Geisinger • Elysburg, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Center Associate performs distribution center functions accurately and in a timely manner. The role maintains records for incoming and outgoing shipments, prepares items for shipment, fulfills customer orders, and delivers orders to the delivery platform in accordance with Geisinger standards for safety, security, and productivity. The associate is responsible for the completeness and correctness of orders and checks outbound shipments for accuracy and readiness for customer delivery.

Work is typically performed in a warehouse, maintenance, or office environment and may require work in clinical areas. The position requires lifting up to 50 pounds and frequently reaching above the head, bending, pushing, pulling, stooping, and kneeling. Employees must meet job-specific obligations and comply with organizational policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to frequently reach above the head, bend, push, pull, stoop, and kneel.
• Ability to meet job-specific obligations and comply with organizational policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the accuracy of shipping and receiving documents.
• Gather and maintain records and data related to shipping and receiving activities.
• Confirm shipping and receiving counts match picking and purchase order documents, and help resolve discrepancies.
• Recount orders received by others to verify incoming merchandise accuracy.
• Collect outbound freight documentation and file required documents, including receiving records.
• Ensure outgoing shipments have appropriate labels and paperwork before shipping.
• Inspect outgoing shipments to confirm they meet specifications.
• Schedule inbound and outbound freight in coordination with the Supervisor, Distribution Center, and Manager, Distribution Center, consistent with operations and capacity.
• Maintain inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
• Identify backorders and place merchandise in a designated holding area for expedited handling.
• Place incoming merchandise into inventory when required.
• Use the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to determine the catalog number, size, color, and quantity of merchandise to pick.
• Accurately pick customer orders, ensuring the correct products and quantities are selected and shipped.
• Notify the Supervisor of stockouts or other inventory concerns.
• Stage orders in delivery order.
• Safely and efficiently use material handling equipment to transport products to shipping locations or delivery platforms.
• Maintain required certifications for operating material handling equipment.
• Report damage or malfunctions and help maintain Distribution Center equipment.
• Connect equipment to charging stations at the end of the shift.
• Conduct physical inventories and cycle counts as required.
• Assist with Distribution Center safety and security.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions from day one, including vision and dental coverage and coverage for domestic partners.
• Collaborative, cooperative, and collegial work atmosphere.

What This Job Offers

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