(USA) Warehouse Associate

Morrison Express•Grand Prairie, TX

11d•$17 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for assisting in the efficient and safe operation of the warehouse, including handling cargo, maintaining inventory, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The associate will play a key part in achieving profitable growth by accurately managing shipments and maintaining warehouse security.

Requirements

Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification required.
1 year of experience working in a warehouse.
Experience working with a WMS, RF scanner, and basic computer.
Must be able to work rotating weekends.
Must be able to work overtime based on the business needs.
Able to follow detailed instructions and capable of performing repetitive tasks.
Effective time management and organization skills.
Able to work independently with minimum supervision and in a team environment.
Able to handle multiple priorities, meet deadlines, manage risk, work safely, deal with issues as they arise, and effectively problem solve.
Able to follow standard operating procedures and company policies and provide input for continuous improvement.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. and maneuver packages of weights above 50 lbs. using equipment or the assistance of another person.
Must be able to stand, lift, bend, squat, kneel, reach, climb, push, and pull for 8 hours per day.
Must be comfortable working in changing environment, temperatures, with exposure to pollen, dust, dander, and other elements.
Must have a clean driving record, valid auto insurance, and valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous experience working with a freight forwarder preferred.

Responsibilities

Proactively analyze orders for overages and shortages.
Assist in cycle and inventory counts.
Inspect deliveries for damage and report findings to management.
Reconcile and confirm the accuracy of paperwork before releasing product.
Maintain security levels throughout the warehouse.
Maintain records and work environment to comply with regulatory and safety requirements.
Actively participate in all training opportunities, completing 100% of all trainings on time.
Update and verify information for inbound or outbound shipments in WMS (weight, dimensions, pictures) according to SOP.
Ensure security standards are followed at all times and report any irregularities.
Receive, load, unload cargo to and from trucks, efficiently and safely, ensuring paperwork is correct and checking for damages and shipping discrepancies.
Organize, maintain, and administer the warehouse floor space.
Prepare and palletize cargo.
Perform data entry.
Monitor inventory levels.
Temporarily store and repackage product per customer and district operations directives.
Print labels and maintain records as required.
Assure proper handling and delivery of cargo and operations of related equipment.
Follow DG, HAZMAT, or other regulations and requirements and comply with all SOPs and MEC policies.
Proactively assist other members of MEC to help MEC achieve its vision and strategic goals.
Complete other responsibilities as assigned by manager.