Warehouse Associate

Patterson Companies, Inc.; Hereford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Wellness program

401(k) employer match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Patterson Companies, Inc. in Hereford is seeking a Warehouse Associate responsible for picking, packing, and shipping customer orders with accuracy and speed. You will use warehouse equipment and systems to fulfill orders while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Key tasks include verifying items against invoices, organizing stock, and supporting inventory control. The role requires attention to detail, ability to lift, and adherence to company policies.

Qualifications

• Reads, writes and counts accurately.
• Demonstrates problem-solving skills to meet deadlines.
• Able to meet productivity targets and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Order Filling: Picks product from fulfillment center stock and organizes on cart.
• Order Checking: Verifies items against invoice and quantities.
• Packing: Packages items with correct materials and labeling.
• Manifests: Weighs and labels packages; prepares shipping papers as needed.
• Expeditor: Handles orders requiring special handling as required.
• Order Processing: Fulfills current or new client orders to achieve satisfaction.
• Comply with company policies and standards; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading & writing

Counting

Problem solving

Deadline adherence

Forklift operation

Tools

Sit-down forklift

Cherry picker

Joey forklift

Job description

Job Summary

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.

Essential Functions

• 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
• Comply with Company and department policies and standards; performs other duties as assigned

Additional Responsibilities

• In addition to the essential functions listed above, the incumbent may perform the following additional functions.
• 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.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read, write and count
• Comprehensive problem-solving skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals.
• Working Conditions
• 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)

Physical and Cognitive Demands

• Grasping Frequently
• Reaching Frequently
• Position Self/Stooping Constantly
• Ascend/Descend (e.g. Stairs/ladder) Constantly
• Handling Constantly
• Position Self/Crawling Constantly
• Stationary Position (Standing) Constantly
• Stationary Position (Seated) Constantly
• Transport/Carrying Constantly
• Transport/Lifting Constantly

Travel Requirements

• This position requires no travel per week in a local area.

The starting hourly rate for this role is 17.50 USD per hour.We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees. Benefits include full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program. Also included: A 401(k) retirement savings plan with an up to 4% employer match, 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and Paid Time Off starting at 120 hours per year for full-time employees, Volunteer Time Off (VTO), educational assistance program, full paid parental and adoption leave, employee assistance program, and an employee discount program.