Warehouse Associate
About The Position
The Warehouse Associate is responsible for efficiently and accurately filling customer orders; receiving, stocking, staging, and shipping material; and meeting company standards for safety, security, accuracy, and productivity. The role also handles warehouse transactions and upkeep and maintenance of the branch warehouse environment and equipment. This position is not permitted to make deliveries. Work hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The employee’s level and pay depend on experience, knowledge, and capabilities. For Illinois positions, the pay range is $20.00 to $22.00, depending on qualifications, experience, and other considerations permitted by law.
Requirements
- No experience required.
- Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and customers.
- Ability to handle basic issues and problems.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations accurately.
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and requirements.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work overtime as needed.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation and work productively as a member of a team or work group.
Nice To Haves
- Prior warehouse experience.
- Certification to operate a forklift, hand truck, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment.
- High school diploma or GED.
- General knowledge of electrical products.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to a culture focused on employee safety and maintaining a safe work environment.
- Follow established Standard Operating Procedures and Environmental Health and Safety Rules, and immediately address safety concerns.
- Receive materials from vendors, customers, or other warehouses and verify quantities and descriptions against packing lists.
- Stock incoming orders neatly on shelves in designated areas and report freight damage claims.
- Prepare branch orders and ensure the correct number and type of products are shipped.
- Process shipment paperwork, verify merchandise, apply appropriate postage tape and labels, follow customer shipping instructions, and insure shipments when necessary.
- Operate machinery, including a forklift, reach truck, and wire cutting machine, when required.
- Load common carrier and company vehicles.
- Inspect equipment and perform minor maintenance.
- Perform inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
- Perform other branch functions when required, including counter sales and customer support.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid company holidays and flexible personal days
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health and wellness programs
- Flexible spending accounts
- HSA accounts
- Commuter transit benefits
- Optional pet insurance, legal assistance, critical illness insurance, home insurance, and auto insurance
- Employee discount programs
- Professional training and development programs
- Career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
