Warehouse Associate

The purpose of this job is to accurately and efficiently receive warehouse stock and ship all merchandise related to the distribution function of the company and serve as a company representative, promoting the reputation of United Central Industrial Supply in a positive manner.

Primary Functions

• Perform assigned tasks such as loading and unloading trucks, receiving and storage of merchandise, picking and packing of customer orders and stock transfers.
• Perform inventory cycle counts as requested and physical inventory as scheduled.
• Keep supervisor informed of shortages, overages or damaged merchandise and unresolved customer complaints.
• Verify accurate count of incoming or outgoing materials and merchandise.
• Maintain accurate open and closed purchase order receipt files.
• Promptly report any major differences in book quantities versus actual on hand quantities of merchandise.
• Promptly report stock runs or stock outages to immediate supervisor.
• Promptly report vendor over shipments or duplications to immediate supervisor.
• Ensure the integrity of data entry on the receipt of goods process.
• Assist manager in the safeguarding of inventory against pilferage or theft.

Additional Functions

• Maintain neat personal appearance; always remain courteous and service minded in dealing with customers.
• Maintain good housekeeping and report any dangerous situations, malfunctions of equipment or safety hazards to immediate supervisor.
• Maintain good housekeeping in the warehouse, and other locations as required.
• May pack orders, write labels, weight cartons, prepare parcel post and UPS shipment forms.
• Perform counter sales, inventory control and other departmental duties to include delivery of merchandise as required.
• Assist in taking the annual inventory; initiate receiving or shipping reports as required.
• Any other duties that supervisor feels necessary to fulfill the objectives of the company.

Required Equipment

• Various sized delivery vehicles within legal limits.
• Forklift (Various sizes).
• Other related items such as dollies, binders, chains, etc.
• Company computer system.
• Calculator

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Be able to complete company training program.
• Possess good communication skills.
• Possess valid drivers license.

Required Communication

• Read, write and fully comprehend delivery tickets, packing lists, invoices, transfer request, special material instructions, written and oral messages, M.S.D.S. literature and other information pertaining to the job.

Physical Demands

• Be able to lift objects of varying weight and carry a distance of twenty yards.
• Be able to stand and sit for extended periods of time.
• Be able to climb up and down trucks, ladders, shelving, etc.

Working Environment

• Work in varying temperatures according to seasonal changes.
• Work in a warehouse environment with merchandise in various stages of resale.
• Work at mining and industrial locations with different terrains and harsh conditions.
• Operate vehicles at remote mining locations on sometimes narrow, curvy and rough roads.

Safety Requirements

• This position has the potential to be life threatening to both the performer and co-workers, if proper safety policies, precautions and regulations are not followed.
• Follow proper procedures in reporting accidents in accordance with company policies.
• Use of safety apparel and equipment as required by law and company policy.

Possible Work Hazards

• Work around fast pace warehouse that includes the moving of heavy and large merchandise.
• In any industrial setting there is a constant need for alertness to changes in the surrounding environment.

Work Schedules

• Normal work hours are 7 AM - 4 PM Monday through Friday, weekends as required.
• Scheduling will be determined by management based on company requirements.
• Overtime will be required and is expected when beneficial to the company and/or scheduled by the supervisor.

Accountabilities

• Responsible for the safeguard of all company assets to include vehicles, equipment, merchandise, cash, checks, forms and documents entrusted to the employee.
• Maintain confidentiality concerning sales, pricing policies and procedures, customer lists, credit information, correspondence and any other information which might be harmful to the company, customers or other employees if revealed.