2nd shift Inventory & Replenishment Associate

Inventory & Replenishment Associate

Are you looking to join a dynamic team that provides its people with the tools to be successful and opportunities to grow? Universal Logistics is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal, and specialized services utilized throughout entire supply chains. Universal has immediate career opportunities in your area. Apply today to become part of the Universal team!

Second Shift: Monday – Friday, 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM

Rate: $20 / hr

The Inventory & Replenishment Associate is responsible for fulfilling key fundamental aspects of daily operational activity, including (but not limited to) :
Putaway / Replenishment (via forklift and push cart), inventory cycle counting and Picking Orders as needed. The operator must demonstrate an acute familiarity with all best practice work instructions and operating procedures pertaining to their assigned job roles.

• Operates a forklift (once certified) and utility cart to complete essential daily warehouse functions, including but not limited to: order picking, part stocking/putaway and/or inventory cycle counts.
• Utilizes Universal's proprietary warehouse management system (WMS) via a handheld scanner to complete all pertinent inventory transactions associated with the job functions as previously listed.
• Able to stand for a minimum of 8 hours (not accounting for scheduled break and lunch times).
• Able to safely lift 35 lbs. at minimum when transferring parts from pick locations to order picker attachments.
• Understands and emulates documented best practice work instructions pertinent to their assigned job function(s).
• Promotes a 'winning business culture' in correlation with company values by consistently demonstrating service excellence and a professional demeanor.
• Assists with miscellaneous operational responsibilities during periods of low activity.
• Effectively communicates any issues/troubleshooting opportunities to area leads as they arise.

• 1+ years' experience safely operating a forklift with demonstrated competency in a fast-paced production / warehousing environment OR demonstrated competency in these areas as determined by initial job interview.
• 1+ years of customer service experience (logistics, retail or other service industry) OR demonstrated competency in these areas as determined by initial job interview.

• Customer focus
• Strong work ethic
• Positive attitude
• Team player
• Basic arithmetic math skills
• Prior experience with warehouse management / resource planning systems a plus
• Prior inventory control experience a plus