Warehouse Associate

Specialized Staffing•South Bend, IN

21h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a contract-to-hire position for a Warehouse Associate in South Bend, IN. The pay rate is $17.50/hr, and shift times will vary. Interested candidates should contact a recruiter for current openings. The role involves organizing stock, maintaining accurate inventory records, verifying shipments, packing items for shipping, and using company databases.

Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, as many warehouse items are cumbersome and heavy
Ability to maintain a high level of physicality for prolonged periods and working primarily standing
Experience working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
Experience with software such as Microsoft Excel
Typing and record keeping skills necessary to provide accurate information for managers and supervisors regarding warehouse inventory
Ability to problem solve quickly and prioritize daily tasks according to their importance
Ability to stand, walk, bend and stoop.
Ability to use hands to finger, handle and feel.
Specific vision abilities required for various jobs include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust and focus.
Ability to understand and communicate (talk-read-hear) work instructions.

Nice To Haves

Experience using a forklift and professional forklift certification is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Organize stock and merchandise within the warehouse by properly unboxing and storing goods in their designated location
Maintain accurate records of products that have been stocked and provide management with an accurate representation of all goods shipped and received
Verify all incoming shipments to be accurate by comparing the invoice to the order and ensure all goods are in excellent condition
Monitor and report any missing or lost inventory to management
Properly pack items to be shipped according to company standards to ensure they arrive in excellent condition
Organize and sort items on shelving, bins and overhangs according to company standards
Accurately maintain company database including all stock and warehouse items
Reliably retrieve items from within the warehouse to be processed and shipped
Willing to cross train in all areas