Freight Flow Associate

Walmart•Ankeny, DE

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Freight Flow Associate receives, stocks, organizes, moves, and displays merchandise and supplies throughout the facility. The role manages inventory flow, maintains in-stock levels, controls shrink, completes required paperwork and logs, and uses inventory tools and equipment safely. The associate operates and maintains forklifts according to company standards, uses pallet jacks safely, and reports unsafe conditions or equipment problems to management. The position also maintains sales-floor presentation through zoning, stocking and rotating merchandise, organizing displays, handling damaged or defective goods, and supporting sanitation and food-safety procedures. The associate helps fill and stage club pickup orders, supports members with merchandise and technology, and identifies and resolves problems involving inventory, products, equipment, safety, and service. The role is expected to follow company policies and ethical standards, collaborate with coworkers and business partners, support other associates, and contribute to a safe, inclusive, customer-focused workplace. The hourly wage range is $20.00 to $28.00, with possible premiums of $0.35 to $3.00 per hour in specified circumstances. The actual hourly rate will meet or exceed the applicable minimum wage. The employer offers competitive pay, performance-based bonus awards, and a benefits package. The listed primary location is 4625 SE Delaware Avenue, Ankeny, Iowa 50021.

Requirements

At least 90 days of prior experience with forklift certification.
Ability to safely utilize pallet jacks.
Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

Customer service experience.
Retail experience.
Experience supervising a team.

Responsibilities

Receive, stock, organize, move, and display merchandise and supplies throughout the facility.
Operate and maintain forklifts safely and according to company standards; use pallet jacks and other inventory tools and equipment safely.
Manage inventory flow, maintain in-stock levels, correct shelf capacities, control shrink, and report poor inventory practices or low in-stock levels.
Complete and retain required paperwork, logs, and other documentation.
Maintain sales-floor presentation by zoning, stocking and rotating merchandise, organizing displays, and handling damaged, defective, or out-of-date goods.
Support sanitation and food-safety procedures and monitor assigned areas for shrink, security risks, and safety concerns.
Help pick and stage club pickup orders, ensure orders are selected and staged according to policy, and occasionally audit orders for accuracy.
Provide member service by identifying needs, helping with purchasing decisions and merchandise location, resolving concerns, and assisting with self-service technology.
Proactively help customers and members with technology services and items, and model those services for others.
Conduct safety sweeps, follow forklift spotting procedures, handle and dispose of hazardous materials according to procedures, and report or correct unsafe situations.
Collaborate with managers, coworkers, customers, and business partners; communicate progress and priorities and adapt to change and feedback.
Support a respectful and inclusive workplace, build trusting relationships, and help develop and mentor other associates.
Follow company policies, procedures, standards of ethics and integrity, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
401(k).
Stock purchase plan.
Company-paid life insurance.
Paid time off, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, and voting leave.
PTO and/or PPTO usable for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Company discounts.
Military Leave Pay.
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
Live Better U company-paid education benefit for eligible full-time and part-time associates, covering tuition, books, and fees for eligible programs.
Performance-based bonus awards.