Distribution Associate

 Benefits

• Eligible for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance at the first of the month coinciding 30 days of employment.
• 401(k) plan with a company match at the first of the month following 90 days employment.
• Paid Parental Leave
• Profit sharing/Safe Harbor Match
• Eligible for vacation, personal days and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement for bachelor's and graduate degrees 

  JOB SUMMARY

To pick and process orders for shipment and/or process and put away received inventory utilizing a RF Scanner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Picking Function:

· Utilize an RF Scanning device to scan item location and item number bar codes to confirm items picked for customer orders.

· Scale count less than full case quantities using a battery operated piece pick scale

· Bag, band, or bundle products and apply an item label to each item in preparation for shipment.

· Pick items into a tote and then transfer the tote to the next department zone or to the packing stations. 

Packing Function:

· Pack product using bubble wrap and packing paper to minimize the chance of product damage during shipment.

· Confirm the correct item quantity was picked in the shipping process by weighting each product at the packing station.

· Utilize the Company’s warehouse management system to confirm that items were picked and packed properly and generate and apply a packing slip and a shipping label.

Additional Essential Functions:

· Maintain the cleanliness and organization of an assigned set of item locations. This includes: sweeping, straightening and organizing cartons, closing cartons and ensuring all items are properly labeled.

· Remove cartons from a powered conveyor line and stack the on pallets in preparation for shipment. 

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

· Other duties assigned by Supervisor including but not limited to labeling, repacking, and general cleaning duties. 

· Other duties as assigned. 

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

· Average lines picked per day

· Average lines packed per day

· Error rate

· Aisle audit scores on housekeeping and organization

· Attendance and punctuality

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

· None

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position. Regular hours are Monday through Friday 8:00AM to 4:30PM.

 Regular attendance is expected and required. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· High school diploma or equivalent preferred 

· 1 to 3 years of experience working in a warehouse/distribution center environment 

SKILLS (Language, Mathematical, Reasoning, Other)

· Must be able to operate an RF Scanner and a portable scale

· Strong work ethic

· Must be proficient using a computer (experience with shipping or warehouse management system software preferred)

· Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment

· Must be detail-oriented and well organized

· Must be safety conscious

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

· Extensive walking, lifting, bending, standing

· Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs

· Must be dexterous and handle small plastic and metal parts

· Must be able read an RF Scanner, computer screen, and scale

· Must be able to work overtime with little notice

· Must be able to multi-task

· Must be able to effectively communicate and work in a team environment

· Must have a general math aptitude