Warehouse Associate – Shipping & Receiving

Hajoca Corporation•Alexandria, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hajoca Corporation is a large, privately-held wholesale distributor of plumbing, heating & cooling, and industrial supplies. Founded in 1858, Hajoca operates on principles of "Service, Integrity, Reliability." The company functions in a decentralized environment where each location, called a Profit Center (PC), is managed as a small business. J & H AITCHESON, a trade name of Hajoca, is seeking a Warehouse Associate – Shipping & Receiving for their Lorton, Virginia location. This role is crucial for ensuring accurate fulfillment of customer orders and maintaining warehouse operations. The position requires a safety and service-oriented individual with strong attention to detail.

Requirements

1 year warehouse receiving and material handling experience
Minimum of two (2) years of experience with shipping, receiving, inventory control, order picking, and material handling
Experienced in receiving inbound shipments, verifying quantities, inspecting materials for damage, and accurately documenting receipts
Ability to learn to safely operate a forklift and other material handling equipment
Ability to learn and operate the computer-related systems used for warehouse operations
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of products sold at the Profit Center preferred
Experience in a wholesale distribution, plumbing, HVAC, or industrial warehouse environment is preferred
Outstanding customer service and communication skills
Ability to quickly develop comprehensive knowledge of products sold at the Profit Center
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to build and maintain a positive working relationship with customers, vendors, and co-workers
Knowledge of, ability to apply and practice safety precautions in a warehouse and material handling environment

Responsibilities

Counting, verifying, and receiving incoming vendor shipments and customer return material.
Stocking and maintaining the warehouse.
Picking, documenting, and packing customer orders in accordance with Company policy and procedure.
Handling shipping discrepancies per procedures or forwarding appropriate paperwork.
Identifying nonstock, special-order material, and damaged material and storing them in proper warehouse locations.
Completing necessary documentation for customer shipments delivered via third-party carrier.
Loading and unloading trucks.
Operating warehouse forklift and other material handling equipment safely.
Informing immediate supervisor of stock depletions, count discrepancies, or damaged/defective/nonsaleable merchandise.
Ensuring security and controls are in place to protect Profit Center assets.
Maintaining warehouse cleanliness, order, and safety, including removing debris.
Assisting co-workers in servicing customers.
Performing all job functions in accordance with the company’s Safety Standards.
Successfully completing required safety and compliance training programs.
Performing other reasonably related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management.
Assisting with all warehouse operations as needed, as shipping and receiving duties are a primary function.

Benefits

Competitive starting wage
Profit-Sharing Program
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage (for full-time)
Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and critical care coverage (for full-time)
Life insurance and Long Term Disability (for full-time)
Pre-tax accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter benefits (for full-time)
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time (sick time also offered to PT team members as required by state law)
Paid pregnancy and parental leave (for full-time)
Paid day of community service (for full-time)
401(k) (for full-time and part-time)
Retirement cash account with company contributions (for full-time and part-time)
Targeted training programs focused on personal and professional growth
Company wellness program
Employee discounts
College tuition benefits