Warehouse Associate

Patterson Companies, Inc.•Sioux Falls, SD

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate ensures orders are available, accurate, salable, and received in a timely manner. The position performs order fulfillment tasks accurately, efficiently, and safely while meeting customer expectations and assigned performance goals. Duties include picking and checking orders, packing and labeling shipments, preparing manifests, processing orders that require special handling, and fulfilling client orders. The associate also maintains a clean, organized, and safe warehouse and handles hazardous materials, pesticides, and prescription drugs according to company procedures and applicable regulations. The role uses general warehouse and office equipment, MS Office, shipping tools, and proprietary inventory management software. It may require training and certification to operate sit-down forklifts, Cherry picker mobile elevated working platforms, and/or Joey multipurpose order-picker forklifts. Work involves frequent movement and physical warehouse tasks, including lifting and carrying items up to 55 pounds and team lifting 56 to 100 pounds.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and count.
Comprehensive problem-solving skills.
Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals.
Ability to perform the essential functions satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to lift and carry up to 55 pounds and team lift 56 to 100 pounds.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
May be required to train and certify in the use of forklifts, including sit-down, Cherry picker, and/or Joey forklift.

Responsibilities

Pick products from fulfillment center stock according to wave pick lists and organize them on carts.
Pull warehouse items from shelves according to number, size, color, quantity, and quality requirements; use scanners when needed to pick orders and manage inventory accurately.
Verify picked items against invoices, including manufacturer name, item number, description, quantity, expiration dates when applicable, and included components.
Count items and verify quantities, shipping information, packaging, fill, and labels against invoices; follow regulatory guidelines for regulated items and prepare hazardous-material shipping papers when needed.
Weigh and process packages not auto-manifested, select the transportation method, check labeling, scan information, and apply shipping labels; verify and correct non-conforming auto-manifested packages.
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 Patterson Companies' code of ethics and conduct and align with its Purpose, Vision, and Values.
Use assigned warehouse equipment and machinery, and 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
Nine paid holidays
Two floating holidays
Volunteer Time Off
Educational assistance program
Full paid parental and adoption leave
Employee assistance program
Employee discount program
Competitive benefits, unique incentive programs, and rewards for eligible employees