Warehouse Associate

Job Summary

The Warehouse Associate I position works to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient movement of goods throughout the distribution center. Tasks are performed in areas such as order pulling, packing & shipping, receiving, inventory control, and general housekeeping.

• Utilize an RF scanner to perform directed picks of inventory to complete customer order fulfillment.
• Move completed or partially completed orders and carts to their respective areas for next step processing.
• Visually inspect and alert lead/supervisor of potentially problematic inventory conditions.
• Utilize a workstation to scan and verify that items pulled are the correct items to be shipped to the customer.
• Apply appropriate packaging materials and processes to ensure minimal risk of spoilage or damage while in transit.
• Systematically and/or visually validate lot/batch numbers, quantities, dosages, strengths, sizes, or other relevant product attributes for each order.
• Print and apply shipping labels to packages.
• Move prepared packages to their respective carrier’s designated staging area.
• Alert a team lead/supervisor of problematic inventory, carrier, or shipment conditions.
• Utilize an RF scanner to complete inventory movement or replenishments.
• Utilize an RF scanner to perform inventory/bin counts.
• Utilize an RF scanner to investigate misplaced or improper items and bin locations.
• Utilize an RF scanner to consolidate eligible inventory and locations to ensure efficient utilization of space.
• Utilize an RF scanner to receive inventory off purchase orders or ASNs.
• Systematically and visually validate that items being processed match the items being ordered from the supplier.
• Perform inventory putaways of received inventory.
• Alert a lead/supervisor of potential inventory inaccuracies or safety concerns.
• Ensure work environment is safe, clean, obstruction‑free for you and other team members.
• Clean, wash, scrub, and sweep warehouse work areas.
• Sort and organize non‑inventory items.
• Empty warehouse recycling/cardboard bins and garbage cans.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
• Minimum of 3 months of similar warehouse/distribution experience preferred.
• Forklift certified or ability to become certified preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to interpret safety rules, employment policies, operating instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Basic computer skills; ability to operate a Windows‑based computer preferred.
• Ability to work well with others and independently.
• Self‑motivated, able to work independently, and problem‑solve.
• Strong attention to detail.

• Attention to detail critical to ensure accuracy and completion of objectives.
• Perform basic arithmetic without a calculator.
• Regular interaction with people; team‑player.
• Work at a fast pace.
• Vision: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Repetitive motion: reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, carrying.
• Regularly lift/move up to 20 pounds, frequently up to 70 pounds, and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders/stairs, balance, stand/walk on concrete floor for extended periods.
• Bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching.
• Ability to work long hours as needs arise.
• Frequent use of hands for computer keyboard.

Job duties and requirements may be subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Requirements represent the minimum levels of education, experience and skills. The job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Midwest Veterinary Supply reserves the right to revise or change duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Work may utilize an RF scanner, PC workstation, forklift, computer monitors, keyboard, mouse, barcode scanner, printers, scale, and tape gun.

Work is performed indoors in a temperature‑controlled climate with moderate heat, cold, or humidity. Moderate exposure to dust and dirt may occur. Typical schedule is Monday through Friday; overtime may be required. Handling of products…