Warehouse Associate

Patterson Companies, Inc. • Liberty, MO

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About The Position

The Warehouse Associate ensures orders are available, accurate, salable, and received in a timely manner. The role performs order fulfillment tasks accurately, efficiently, and safely while meeting customer expectations and assigned performance goals.

Responsibilities include picking and checking orders, packing products according to invoice and regulatory requirements, preparing shipping manifests, and processing orders that require special handling. The associate uses warehouse equipment and inventory systems, maintains a clean and safe work area, and handles hazardous materials, pesticides, and prescription drugs according to company procedures and applicable regulations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and count.
• Comprehensive problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 55 pounds and team lift 56 to 100 pounds.
• Ability to move for 75% of the time and frequently grasp, reach, bend, and stoop in narrow or confined spaces.
• Ability to perform physical activities that include sitting or standing, using hands, stooping, bending, crawling, and ascending or descending a ladder.
• May be required to train and certify in the use of sit-down forklifts, Cherry picker mobile elevated work platforms, and/or Joey multipurpose order pickers.

Responsibilities

• Pick products from fulfillment center stock according to wave pick lists and organize them on carts.
• Pull warehouse items based on number, size, color, quantity, and quality requirements; use scanners as needed to pick orders and manage inventory accurately.
• Verify picked items against invoices, including manufacturer name, item number, description, quantity, expiration date when applicable, and included components.
• Count items and verify quantities against invoices; match shipping labels to the ship-to address or invoice number; select appropriate packaging, fill, and labels.
• Follow regulatory guidelines when packing classified items and prepare shipping papers for hazardous-material packages when needed.
• For packages not automatically manifested, weigh packages, choose an appropriate transportation method, verify labeling, scan information, and apply shipping labels.
• Verify and correct non-conforming packages that are automatically manifested.
• Process orders requiring special handling as requested by branch personnel, sales staff, or end users.
• Fulfill current or new client orders to support customer satisfaction.
• Conduct business according to the company code of ethics and conduct and align with company purpose, vision, and values.
• Use assigned warehouse equipment and machinery; meet or exceed performance metrics and KPIs.
• Help maintain an organized, clean, and safe warehouse.
• Handle hazardous materials, pesticides, and prescription drugs according to company procedures and applicable laws and regulations.
• Perform work in accordance with company safety guidelines and procedures and safety and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Integrated wellness program
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match of up to 4%
• Paid time off starting at 120 hours per year for full-time employees
• 9 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Volunteer Time Off
• Educational assistance program
• Full paid parental and adoption leave
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED