Pallet Picking Specialist - Returns

Digi Key is one of the fastest growing distributors of electronic components in the world. In addition to offering the broadest selection of in‑stock electronic components and providing excellent service to customers, employees have access to a competitive benefits package.

• Full‑time Day Shift – $21.00 starting rate ($20.00 base pay, $1.00 allowance)
• Full‑time Evening/Overnight Shift – $24.00 starting rate ($20.00 base pay, $1.00 allowance, $3.00 shift differential)
• Full‑time 3‑12 Shift – $23.34 starting rate ($20.00 base pay, $1.00 allowance, $2.34 allowance for the 3/4 for 40 schedule)
• Part‑time – $20.00 starting rate ($19.00 base pay, $1.00 allowance)
• Seasonal Day Shift – $20.00 starting rate ($19.00 base pay, $1.00 allowance)
• Seasonal Evening Shift – $23.00 starting rate ($19.00 base pay, $1.00 allowance, $3.00 shift differential)

Relocation and sign‑on bonuses available for specific full‑time product distribution roles. Ask your recruiter for more information.

The Pallet Picking Specialist – Returns Support is responsible for a variety of duties that contribute to the daily success of the Returns Support functions within PDC. These duties primarily include picking large quantities and transporting product to appropriate warehouse locations and various duties as assigned.

This is an essential onsite role, which requires regular onsite attendance.

Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

• Locate, retrieve, and move product in a timely manner from location to location or from pallets or crates for storage or shipment and to production workers, shipping and receiving areas.
• Use of Stock Picker may require going up 30 ft to pick parts for returns.
• Transport non‑conveyable product to an area where it can be actioned or conveyable product that needs to be actioned using an RF device in a timely manner.
• Assist, when needed, in locating product to be expedited.
• Pick parts in an assigned zone quickly and accurately to fulfill return requests.
• Operate and adhere to all Power Industrial Vehicles (PIV) – Stock Chasers, Order Picker, Turret Trucks, Forklifts, and Ride‑on Pallet Jacks – policy and equipment rules with limited supervision.
• Actively participate as a team member to meet departmental goals.
• Capable and willing to uphold the highest safety standards.
• Capable of maintaining organizational KPIs.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Acquire and maintain forklift certification (certification provided by Digi‑Key).
• Regular and exemplary use of Order Picker, Turret Truck, 8900 (motorized pallet cart), and forklifts is required.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Basic computer navigation and typing skills.
• Ability to provide a positive, professional, and enthusiastic outlook or perspective.
• Demonstrated ability to multi‑task and to change focus quickly based on requests by employees or management.
• Quickly and efficiently solve problems; collaborate with peers and leaders as needed to resolve issues.
• Manage time well to keep the flow of parts and orders moving throughout the building.
• Dependable, responsible contributor committed to excellence and success.
• Regular and exemplary use of Order Picker, Turret Truck, 8900 (motorized pallet cart), and forklifts while maintaining a high standard of safety for self and other employees.

• Manhattan
• RF Mobile Device
• PIV equipment – Order Picker, Turret Truck, 8900, or Forklifts

• Generally spend the workday performing repetitive motions that involve the hands, head, and other parts of the body.
• Capable of spending 8‑10 hours walking or standing on concrete.
• Routinely lift 5‑10 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs, and rarely up to 77+ lbs (with lift assistance).
• Ability to push boxes, occasionally up to 50 lbs, from heavy box lift to conveyor.
• Ability to twist or bend and occasionally climb stairs.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms above shoulder level.

The starting base pay rate for this position is: $20.00

This position may also be eligible for shift, skill, and/or team‑lead pay differentials that will be in addition to the starting pay rate.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based immigration sponsorship. The employer does not offer immigration sponsorship for this opportunity.

Digi Key Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified candidates, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply and be considered for open positions.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1‑800‑338‑4105 or  Know Your Rights:
Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.