Warehouse Associate

Job Description

Job Summary: The Warehouse Associate 1 will coordinate the activities and operations of the warehouse under the direction and supervision of a Warehouse Manager or other Operations Manager.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages warehouse inventory and maintains database.
• Coordinates and schedules the movement of products throughout the warehouse including storage and shipment of finished products.
• Implements daily production and shipping plan, arranging for excess stock to be stored in warehouse.
• Manages daily flow of finished products by modifying storage space assignments.
• Confirms availability of items to be shipped by verifying inventory records or conducting inventories of required items.
• Identifies and reports slow-moving product and with approval, arranges for the removal of the product.
• Directs forklift drivers to store goods in identified areas.
• Manually handles, repacks, or restacks pallets of finished product as needed.
• Operates forklift truck as needed.
• Documents all related activities and completes forms and reports.
• Performs other related duties as directed.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of or ability to quickly learn company product codes and terminology.
• Thorough understanding of warehouse policies and procedures.
• Good analytical skills and ability to make sound judgments relative to inventory.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license for forklift truck required.
• At least two years of work experience in a warehouse required.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Ability to move around the warehouse.