Warehouse Associate - 2nd shift

Role Summary

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, the Warehouse Associate is responsible for supporting the materials management function of the logistics department and indirectly supporting the overall sales function. Warehouse Associates are essential to the overall operation of the business. While specific daily tasks can vary depending on the company, a warehouse associate's main responsibility is ensuring that all stock is accounted for, processed, and organized to meet company standards.

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Warehouse Associate position may consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

• Follow safe work habits and established safety procedures
• Participate in safety initiatives as assigned
• Perform defined warehouse activities specific to the selection of material for shipment and shipment of stock
• Pick and pack orders accurately and promptly
• Accurately identify and count inventory in assigned areas
• Truck loading and unloading according to established procedures
• Back-up delivery drivers as needed and if qualified
• Maintain quality and quantity performance and production standards
• Must learn how to operate warehouse equipment including forklifts, hand trucks, etc.
• Participate in ongoing general housekeeping of warehouse
• Check assigned equipment for proper operation/functionality and communicate problems to Distribution Center Manager
• Attend meetings and training sessions
• Other warehouse tasks as assigned

• Service Excellence
• Results, Action Oriented
• Accountability and Responsibility
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Safety Conscious

• Work Experience
  :
  Entry Level
• Licenses/Certifications: If required to drive, the below licenses will need to be obtained upon hire:
  • Driver's License with appropriate state licensing and clean driving record
  • Must be able to pass a DOT Medical Exam and obtain a 1
    - Year Card (Paid for by The Kendall Group)
• Analytics/Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to use standard office equipment, including but not limited to computerized bar code scanner, printer, and standard warehouse equipment/tools/machines/vehicles; basic math and reasoning skills
• Organization
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent work ethic, good verbal, and communication skills; ability to work independently
• Cross-functional skills: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and through the direction of a Warehouse Manager
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization; know when to request assistance when appropriate, especially when lifting heavy objects
• Physical, Mental and Visual
  
  Skills:
  
  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions:
  • Ability to frequently lift/move up to 50lbs
  • Ability to stand/walk/lift, pull, and push during entire work shift
  • Ability to climb stairs/step ladders up to 16 steps
• Physical Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to temperature conditions prevalent at the time; the noise level in the work environment is consistent with that of a distribution center

• Work Experience: Certification in the operation of a forklift truck is not necessary but would be considered a plus

The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.