Warehouse Associate

Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success. One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.

The Warehouse Associate strives to exceed customer expectations by ensuring orders are available, accurate, salable and received in a timely manner. This position will demonstrate order fulfillment task goals are conducted accurately, efficiently and safely, while surpassing customer expectations.

Monday - Friday Work Sch (12pm start time) Starting Rate: $20.50

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.

• Order Filling
  • Picks product from fulfillment center stock according to wave pick list and organizes on cart
  • Pulls warehouse items from the shelves based on number, size, color, quantity, and quality requirements
  • May operate scanners so that the proper order is picked, and inventory is managed accurately
• Order Checking
  • Verifies that the item picked matches the item on the invoice by comparing manufacturer name, manufacturer item number, and item description
  • Verifies quantity of items picked matches item quantity on the invoice
  • For time sensitive items, verifies the expiration date on the item is acceptable for shipment to the customer
  • Verifies all items listed on the invoice have been picked
  • For items that include component(s), such as a pump, verifies that components are included
• Packing
  • Counts quantity of items and verifies the count to the quantity listed on the invoice
  • Matches the ship to address or invoice number on the shipping label with the same information on the invoice
  • Selects correct packaging, fill and labels
  • Follows regulatory guidelines when packing items with regulatory classification
  • May create proper shipping papers for packages containing hazardous materials
• Manifests
  • For packages not auto-manifested: weighs packages, determines appropriate method of transportation, verifies proper labeling, scans information and applies shipping labels
  • For packages auto-manifested: verifies and corrects non-conforming packages
• Expeditor
  • Processes orders requiring special handling as required by branch personnel, sales staff or end-user
• Order Processing
  • Fulfill current or new client orders to achieve client customer satisfaction

• Transacting all business in accordance to Patterson Companies business code of ethics and conduct
• Align with Patterson Companies Purpose, Vision and Values statement
• Using assigned warehouse equipment/machinery to perform assigned job
• Meeting/exceeding assigned performance metrics and KPIs
• Helping maintain an organized, clean and safe warehouse
• Handling all hazardous materials, pesticides, and prescription drugs according to the Company’s processes/procedures and all applicable laws and regulations
• Performing all work in accordance with Company Safety guidelines and procedures, with safety and regulatory compliance
• As assigned

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to read, write and count
• Comprehensive problem-solving skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals

• Material and Equipment Directly Used:
  General warehouse equipment, General office equipment, MS Office, Shipping and proprietary inventory management software
• This position may require the ability to train and certify the use of a variety of forklifts: sit down, Cherry picker (mobile elevated working platform) and/or Joey forklift (multipurpose order picker that can elevate an operator and can be driven at height to move from task to task)
• Working Environment/Physical
  
  Activities:
  
  Moving 75% of the time;
  Frequently grasp, reach, bend and stoop in narrow/confined spaces;
  Exposure to dust
• Physical Demands:
  Lift and carry up to 55 pounds, team lift 56 to 100 pounds: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity;
  Sitting or standing: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity;
  Use of hands:
  Continuous, moderate or occasional heavy activity;
  Stoop, bend, or crawl:
  Occasional or frequent moderate physical…