Warehouse Associate I

293ebbc2-72a4-4413-bd7b-e06ac6d58a7e • Sun Prairie, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate I ensures the safe, accurate, and efficient movement of goods throughout the distribution center. Work may take place in one or more warehouse areas, including order picking, packing and shipping, receiving, inventory control, and general housekeeping. The position uses scanners and other equipment to process customer orders, receive and put away supplier inventory, maintain inventory accuracy, and prepare shipments. It also helps keep warehouse work areas clean, safe, and unobstructed. This is a safety-sensitive position performed indoors in a temperature-controlled environment, where moderate heat, cold, humidity, dust, or dirt may be experienced. The schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, in the Sun Prairie, Wisconsin warehouse. Work exceeding 40 hours per week may be required.

Requirements

• Must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, employment policies, operating instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Ability to work well with others and independently; must be self-motivated and able to problem-solve.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to perform basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division without a calculator.
• Ability to perform repetitive reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, and carrying; climb ladders or stairs; balance; stand and walk on concrete for extended periods; and bend, twist, kneel, and crouch.
• Must regularly lift or move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 70 pounds, and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.
• Must have the vision capabilities described in the posting, including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work at a fast pace, interact regularly with people, and work long hours as needs arise.
• Frequent use of hands for a computer keyboard.

Nice To Haves

• At least 3 months of similar warehouse or distribution environment experience is preferred.
• Forklift certification, or ability to become forklift certified, is preferred.
• Basic computer skills and ability to operate a Windows-based computer are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use an RF scanner to perform directed inventory picks for customer orders.
• Move completed or partially completed orders and carts to the appropriate areas for further processing.
• Visually inspect inventory and report potentially problematic conditions to a lead or supervisor.
• Scan and verify items at a workstation to ensure the correct products are being shipped.
• Select and apply packaging materials and processes to reduce the risk of spoilage or damage in transit.
• Verify lot or batch numbers, quantities, dosages, strengths, sizes, and other relevant product attributes for each order.
• Print and apply shipping labels, then move packages to the appropriate carrier staging area.
• Report problematic inventory, carrier, or shipment conditions to a lead or supervisor.
• Use an RF scanner to move or replenish inventory, conduct inventory and bin counts, investigate misplaced items or locations, and consolidate eligible inventory and storage locations.
• Use an RF scanner to receive inventory against Purchase Orders or ASNs and verify that received items match supplier orders.
• Put away received inventory and report potential inventory inaccuracies or safety concerns.
• Keep the work environment safe, clean, and free of obstructions for the employee and team members.
• Clean, wash, scrub, or sweep warehouse work areas; sort and organize non-inventory items; and empty recycling, cardboard, and garbage containers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Business-casual work environment
• Weekly relaxed dress days and regular employee events, including holiday contests, cookouts, and employee appreciation celebrations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed