Warehouse Associate 1 - Weekend Sat/Sun 7A-330P OR Week Nights
About The Position
The Warehouse Associate I performs tasks related to warehouse inventory, including processing incoming inventory, shelving processed inventory, shipping orders from inventory, and routine inventory maintenance. The role requires using inventory systems and warehouse equipment safely, meeting departmental performance indicators and KPIs, maintaining a clean workplace, and supporting the mission and values of Better World Books. Applicants must be at least 16 years old. Training is provided. The posting lists a weekend schedule of Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., as well as week-night work in the title; the detailed schedule specifies weekends only.
Requirements
- Applicants must be at least 16 years of age.
- Ability to use a computer, tablet, scan gun, and inventory management programs.
- Ability to focus on a single task for extended periods.
- Ability to use a computer to check email and access the internet.
- Ability to stand for 8–10 hours at a time.
- Ability to safely climb step stools and ladders.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds consistently throughout the shift, including reaching, stooping, and bending.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- High level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness.
- Strong work ethic and initiative.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in an ever-changing environment.
- Ability to grasp new concepts and teach them to others through hands-on instruction.
- Satisfactory attendance record.
- Alignment with Better World Books' core values.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or G.E.D.
- One year of continuous work history.
Responsibilities
- Process incoming inventory, shelve processed inventory, ship orders from inventory, and perform routine inventory maintenance.
- Use computers, tablets, scan guns, and inventory management programs.
- Meet departmental KPIs and maintain a favorable BPH rate or other performance indicators for at least one department.
- Safely use pallet jacks, balers, box cutters, conveyors, and other tools.
- Check email and use the internet on a computer.
- Maintain a clean workplace.
- Accept additional tasks and perform other duties as requested.
- Demonstrate skills that leadership considers valuable in furtherance of company goals and objectives.
- Work independently and as part of a team, learn and adapt, and teach new concepts through hands-on instruction.
- Provide excellent service to customers and support the values and mission of Better World Books.
Benefits
- Three Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield health plans with costs shared between Better World Books and the employee; benefits begin on the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
- Dental and vision coverage through MetLife, with costs shared between Better World Books and the employee.
- Paid time off through a generous accrual plan beginning after 60 days of employment.
- Paid volunteer time for every full-time employee to volunteer in the community.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
