Warehouse Associate

Vallen Distribution Inc. • Riverview, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate follows established procedures and guidelines to receive, handle, stock and store, record, and dispatch goods in a warehouse or distribution center. The role processes incoming and outgoing merchandise, maintains accurate inventory records, uses warehouse equipment as needed, and follows warehouse safety regulations. Work may take place in environments that are not temperature controlled and may involve extreme temperatures, dust, and hazardous materials. Assigned shifts may vary or rotate, and overtime or extended-day, evening, and weekend work may be required as duties demand.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, coupled with 1 year of relevant experience and/or training.
• Experience or aptitude in loading, unloading, picking, packing, or moving goods in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, work orders, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic computer knowledge and proficiency, or demonstrated technical aptitude to learn.
• Basic mathematical skills, including arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compile routine reports and write correspondence.
• Ability to work in a team environment and be self-motivated in accomplishing assigned tasks and goals.
• Attention to detail and a safety-minded approach.
• Ability to work in extreme hot or cold environments and dusty conditions.
• Ability to handle hazardous materials and wear protective equipment when required.
• Ability to handle and work physical inventory and lift up to 50 pounds or greater with assistance, following standard operating and safety procedures.
• Ability to perform physical activities including standing, walking, kneeling, bending, crouching, crawling, climbing, and balancing.
• Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Forklift or cherry picker experience.
• Technical skills in MS Office products, Vista, Control, SX.e, or Prophet 21.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
• Forklift and/or other warehouse equipment certifications.

Responsibilities

• Process and load shipments by reviewing production schedules, customer orders, work orders, shipping orders, or requisitions to identify goods to move, gather, or distribute.
• Unload, receive, inspect, and put away incoming goods; unpack containers, check for damage or invoice discrepancies, and use protective strapping, bracing, or padding when needed.
• Sort, label, move, and store goods according to sequence or product codes, while arranging storage to optimize warehouse space.
• Weigh or count items to ensure they meet company standards.
• Prepare, pick, pack, and dispatch outgoing goods using written or verbal requests and work orders; locate items, place them on pallets, follow stacking policies, and verify product and quantity accuracy.
• Load trucks for customer delivery and check shipments for damage or discrepancies.
• Consolidate freight, verify shipping methods, communicate oversized loads to carriers, and maintain shipping routes.
• Enter and retrieve information in computerized systems to maintain stock records and respond to inventory or delivery inquiries; document discrepancies and seek management guidance on corrective action.
• Compile tickets or worksheets according to customer specifications.
• Operate warehouse equipment as needed, including forklifts, cherry-picking lifts, and pallet jacks.
• Assist with inventory maintenance and counts.
• Follow warehouse safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with a discretionary company match of $0.50 per $1.00 contributed, up to 6% of pay (U.S. positions only).
• Employer-paid basic life insurance for employees, spouses, and dependents.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability benefits and parental leave.
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Eight scheduled holidays and two floating holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Resource Groups for networking and team building.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee referral program.
• Safety shoe and safety glasses reimbursement, based on position.
• Employee discounts through BenefitHub.
• Advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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