Distribution Center - Order Processing - Picker
About The Position
J.W. Pepper & Sons, Inc., the world’s largest retailer of sheet music, is hiring warehouse associates for order processing at its distribution center. The Order Picker quickly and efficiently fills customer orders while meeting company standards for quality, accuracy, completeness, and productivity. Warehouse associates are cross-trained in shipping, package handling, stock put-away and replenishment, inventory control, and basic receiving functions. This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week. Employees must be flexible to accommodate seasonal overtime, including some evening and Saturday hours. The starting wage is $17.00 per hour. Applicants must pass pre-hire screenings, including background checks and drug tests. Positions are subject to a 30-day probationary period, with hiring conducted in partnership with Elwood Staffing.
Requirements
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, sometimes for long hours.
- Schedule flexibility to accommodate seasonal overtime requirements, including weekend work.
- Ability to work under pressure with strong motivation and a sense of urgency.
- Ability to handle stress involved in meeting deadlines due to tight scheduling.
- Excellent dexterity and coordination.
- Physical strength to frequently lift more than 30 pounds.
- Physical stamina to walk and stand for extended periods, and frequently twist, stoop, squat, bend, climb, and reach above shoulder level.
- Ability to count accurately and perform simple math.
- Ability to shift priorities easily.
- Positive and friendly attitude and ability to work in a team environment.
- Effective communication with supervisors and team members.
- Successful completion of pre-hire screenings, including background checks and drug tests.
Nice To Haves
- Forklift experience.
Responsibilities
- Pick ordered items from the correct bin locations using barcodes and item numbers.
- Verify the item and quantity ordered.
- Place picked items into the appropriate shipping box or slotted tote.
- Repack order boxes to the appropriate size when needed.
- Perform regular shelf maintenance to ensure product quality.
- Follow best procedural practices throughout the picking process.
- Meet production standards during peak season.
- Follow safety protocols and guidelines and company policies outlined in the employee handbook.
- Maintain a clean work area stocked with necessary supplies.
- Operate an RF scanner.
- Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits available.
- Paid holidays and vacation following the company schedule.
- 401(k) during the enrollment period.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
