Warehouse Associate

Job Summary

Location:

Curtis Bay, MD

The Warehouse Associate supports the operation functions of the warehouse. Receives incoming freight and checks the material for damages or shortages. Distributes material to the proper stock locations. Fills special orders and/or backorders as material is received. Follows up with appropriate departments, carriers, and/or vendors on receiving discrepancies, damages, and shortages. Maintains assigned inventory stock locations making sure the material has the correct locator and the shelves are kept neat and orderly.

Fills orders for delivery to customers. Informs proper departments of stock outs, inventory discrepancies, and other inventory problems or concerns.

• Receives incoming freight and checks the material for damages or shortages.
• Distributes material to the proper stock locations.
• Fills special orders and/or backorders as material is received.
• Falls the difference between...

• 2 years of work experience preferred.
• Prior warehouse distribution experience including forklift operation and knowledge of electrical products/systems is also preferred.
• If the employee will be driving, the following criteria must be met:
  • Candidate must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Possess a valid driver’s license to operate company vehicle and a current medical certification may be required.
• PC working knowledge for Windows, internet, email and SAP software is a plus.

• Works in a safe manner and follows Border States safety program guidelines and policies.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills in English.
• Ability to effectively plan and organize.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to perform all aspects of the job accurately, efficiently, and safely.

Lift and carry requirements:

• Lift from Floor to Waist:
  • Less than 10 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 10 to 25 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 26 to 50 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 51 to 75 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 76 to 100 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 101+ lbs. – Occasionally
• Unilateral Carry:
  • Less than 10 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 10 to 25 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 26 to 50 lbs. – Not at all
  • 51 to 75 lbs. – Not at all
  • 76 to 100 lbs. – Not at all
  • 101+ lbs. – Not at all

• Sitting – Frequently
• Standing – Occasionally
• Walking – Occasionally
• Bending/Stooping – Occasionally
• Crawling – Not at all
• Climbing/Walking Stairs – Occasionally
• Reaching – Frequently
• Crouching/Squatting – Occasionally
• Kneeling – Not at all
• Balancing – Frequently
• Repetitive Motion – Occasionally
• Trunk Rotation – Occasionally
• Pushing/Pulling – Occasionally
• Handling – Continuously
• Fingering – Frequently
• Talking – Occasionally
• Driving – Frequently
• Desk Work – Occasionally
• Use of tools – Frequently
• Hearing – Continuously
• Exposure to adverse weather & temperature conditions – Frequently
• Travel – Not at all

This job description is a summary of the job duties and responsibilities and is not intended to cover all possible job duties, and is subject to change at the employer’s discretion. Employees must be able to perform the essential job duties and satisfy job requirements either with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Border States is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of all employees.

Employment may be contingent on the offered candidate successfully passing one or more of the following pre‑employment screenings:

• Criminal background check (required for all positions)
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check (required for positions involving driving)
• Drug testing