Warehouse Associate

We are seeking a highly organized and efficient Warehouse Associate to handle daily warehouse operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing inventory, ensuring timely order fulfillment, prioritizing warehouse time/tasks, and maintaining a safe and productive work environment. Forklift experience is essential. Proficiency in SAP is a plus.

Responsibilities: (Essential Functions)

Inventory Management:

• Maintain accurate inventory levels using SAP.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventories.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Follow inventory control procedures.

Shipping and Receiving:

• Unloading and loading of trucks.
• Inspect incoming shipments for damage and accuracy.
• Ensure proper documentation of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Coordinate with carriers for timely pickup and delivery.

Order Fulfillment:

• Picking, packing, and shipping of customer orders.
• Ensure orders are fulfilled accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor order status and resolve any issues.
• Implement strategies to improve order fulfillment speed and accuracy.

Warehouse Operations:

• Operate stand-up electric forklifts to move and store materials.
• Put away stock in designated locations.
• Retrieve stock for order fulfillment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.

SAP Utilization:

• Utilize SAP for inventory management, order processing, and reporting.
• Generate reports on warehouse performance metrics.
• Troubleshoot SAP-related issues.
• Ensure data accuracy in SAP.

Other Duties:

• Assist in other sections of the facility as needed.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives.
• Handle warehouse and equipment maintenance.
• Any other tasks assigned by management.

Experience, Education, & License Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience as a Warehouse Associate or similar role.
• Certified to operate forklifts with 6+ months of forklift experience.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations and inventory management procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with and management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Exposure to SAP warehouse management modules is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Skills & Abilities:

Team Player:

• Collaborates Effectively: Actively participates in team discussions, shares ideas openly, and works cooperatively with others to achieve common goals.
• Supports Team Members: Offers assistance and encouragement to colleagues, provides constructive feedback, and celebrates team successes.
• Communicates Clearly: Conveys information accurately and respectfully, listens attentively to others' perspectives, and ensures understanding within the team
• Takes Initiative: Proactively identifies and addresses team needs, volunteers for tasks, and contributes beyond assigned responsibilities to support team objectives.
• Demonstrates Flexibility: Adapts to changing priorities, embraces new challenges, and willingly adjusts individual plans to accommodate team requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment.