Distribution Center Warehouse Associate - Inbound - 6:30am - 3:00pm

Border States•Fargo, ND

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Center (DC) Warehouse Associate - Inbound is responsible for unloading, inspecting, and accurately processing incoming shipments using warehouse equipment and systems. The role verifies products against purchase orders and advance shipping notices, labels and stages goods for putaway, and maintains accurate inventory records in the Warehouse Management System (WMS). The associate works with quality control and other departments to address discrepancies, consolidates inventory for space efficiency, and keeps stock locations organized. Following safety procedures, using equipment properly, and maintaining a clean, orderly work area are essential to efficient distribution center operations. The position is located in Fargo, North Dakota. The listed schedule is 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The role may also cross-train in picking, packing, shipping, and inventory control, and support operations during peak periods or staff shortages. Border States is an employee-owned electrical supply distributor with approximately 130 locations in 31 states.

Requirements

Two years of work experience preferred.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including reading, writing, and speaking English.
Ability to plan and organize effectively.
Customer service skills, including being competent, accurate, responsive, and engaged.
Ability to perform all aspects of the job accurately, efficiently, and safely.
Ability to work safely and follow Border States safety program guidelines and policies.
Ability to meet the stated physical activity and lifting requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Prior warehouse distribution experience, including forklift operation, preferred.
Knowledge of electrical products or systems preferred.
Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) is a plus.
Working knowledge of PC use, Windows, internet, email, and SAP software is a plus.

Responsibilities

Use appropriate material handling equipment, such as stock pickers, reach trucks, or forklifts, to complete assigned tasks.
Receive and inspect incoming shipments, unload them using appropriate equipment, verify accuracy against purchase orders and advance shipping notices, and report damage or discrepancies.
Process inbound goods in the WMS, including deconsolidation, labeling, staging, and accurate system receiving.
Put away materials in designated storage locations, including pallet racking, narrow aisle racking, and AutoStore, while maintaining clean, accurate, and organized inventory areas.
Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, consolidations, accurate labeling of batch-managed items, RF handheld use, and WMS updates.
Communicate damages, shortages, compliance checks, inventory concerns, and other issues to appropriate departments, vendors, or carriers.
Follow safety standards and PPE practices, operate equipment safely, and promptly report product, equipment, or safety issues.
Support overall distribution center operations and maintain a clean, organized receiving and putaway environment.
Notify a supervisor of building or equipment maintenance and repair needs or security concerns.
Assist with other duties and projects as assigned by a supervisor or manager.
Cross-train in other operations areas, including picking, packing, shipping, and inventory control.
Support operational flow during peak times or staff shortages.
Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor or designate.