Primary Job Purpose

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for ensuring the accurate and seamless processing of incoming and outgoing shipments. The Warehouse Associate is expected to accurately prepare materials for shipments, matching incoming and outgoing product with purchase orders, and the inspection of incoming and outgoing shipments to verify contents and quality. Additional responsibilities may include loading and unloading shipments regularly, with the capability of repetitive heavy lifting, and use any necessary equipment (e.g., lift truck, forklift, etc.). Inventory management and vendor relations with shipping companies are essential functions for this position.

Specific Responsibilities

• Prepare materials for shipment.
• Match incoming and outgoing product with purchase orders.
• Verify product to ensure saleable condition with acceptable code dating.
• Operate a Forklift or Electric Pallet Jack in a safe manner to move product.
• May lift cases of product and/or stock merchandise according to documented procedures.
• Oversee the secure and accurate loading and unloading of deliveries.
• Ensure that shipments contain proper documentation and if there are multiple items per shipments, ensure item lists are complete.
• Track shipments and verify receipts of shipments.
• Manage inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
• Sort and distribute incoming shipments.
• Perform quality audits of the condition of shipped goods for both incoming and outgoing items prior to signing off.
• Report discrepancies to immediate supervisor.
• Problem solve for any cases of missing documents, shipments and deliveries.
• Maintain organized work area according to policies, procedures and safety regulations.
• Assist our Delivery Team where required.
• Other duties as assigned by Management

Requirements

Skills Required – Technical

• Ability to perform repetitive heavy lifting, bending and reaching
• Able to communicate both verbally and written.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to weigh and measure items.
• Working knowledge of safe lifting methods.
• Demonstrated ability to operate material handling equipment including forklift.
• Computer literacy, including working skills of e-mail and other computer programs.

Skills Required – Non-Technical

• Attention to detail in all areas of work.
• Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
• Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently.

Education and Experience Required

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous work experience in a warehouse
• Previous experience in a supervisory role considered an asset