DC Clerk I - 1st Shift

Designer Brands; Westampton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in retail logistics is seeking a skilled DC Clerk I to assist in guiding operations on the floor. This role requires expertise in warehouse management systems and entails training associates and ensuring efficiency in the order fulfillment process. The ideal candidate will have experience in logistics and a strong understanding of automated processes, thriving in a dynamic warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in a leadership role preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year experience with WMS required.
• 3+ years of warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform essential functions within the order fulfillment process using HighJump.
• Motivate co-workers and train associates effectively.
• Identify and resolve operational obstacles.

Skills

Problem solving

Training and development

System directed processes

Advanced PC skills

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

WMS (HighJump preferred)

RF scanner

VoCollect voice system

Job description

General Summary

A DC Clerk I assists with guiding associates through a defined set of processes for a specific task on the operating floor. The DC Clerk I is a skilled associate who has obtained super-user knowledge within one or more areas of warehouse management system (WMS) directed processes. The DC Clerk I checks, investigates, and verifies inbound, processing, and/or outbound product for accuracy with the assistance of technology and WMS. A DC Clerk I is not responsible for discipline, and does not have any direct reports, but is tasked with leading and training within a department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Based upon assigned department, uses HighJump to expertly perform one or more essential functions within the order fulfillment process, including but not limited to routine duties performed by a DC Processor and/or DC Power Equipment Operator

• Motivates co-workers in completing defined tasks and achieving established goals

• Responsible for training and developing associates to accurately and efficiently perform duties within assigned department(s)

• Engage partner departments and associates in problem-solving activities to assure service outcomes meet expectations

• Identify, communicate, and resolve obstacles and exceptions under the direction of the appropriate DC Lead, Supervisor, and/or Area Manager

• Functional subject matter expert for one or more areas of WMS directed processes

• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule to support workload requirements

• Responsible for the proper handling and safe use of all Company owned property, tools, and equipment, including PPE, power equipment, voice equipment, etc.

• Promotes and maintains a clean and safe work environment

• Conducts duties in compliance with OSHA safety standards, MSDS, Camuto Group Motorized Equipment Policy, and location specific policies, paying special attention to pedestrian/equipment traffic.

• Communicates problems/concerns, including safety concerns or violations, to the appropriate DC Lead, Supervisor, and/or Area Manager

• Other duties as instructed by leadership, including various duties performed within DC Material Handler, DC Processor, and/or DC Power Equipment Operator roles, which the associate is trained and skilled to perform

• Crosstrain in order to effectively operate and assist within other departments based on the needs of the department, facility, and Company

Required Skills:

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leadership

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, propose resolutions, and communicate the outcome to the appropriate operational partners and site leadership

• Expert understanding of system directed processes, with the strong ability to train new and existing associates on automated conveyor-based, RF, and/or VoCollect processes

• Advanced PC skills, including Excel, Word, Access and Outlook

• Ability to read and recognize applicable numbers and directives, including safety rules, operating instructions, racking locations, and procedural documents

• Ability to perform duties independently, and lead others as a team

• Frequent bending, lifting, walking, pushing, pulling of freight, standing for long periods of time and sometimes working in extreme temperatures

Experience:

• 1-2 years’ experience in a leadership role, as an SME, or with increasing responsibilities; preferably in a related environment

• (3) + years of warehouse, distribution, logistics, or fulfillment experience preferred but not required

• Minimum of (1) year experience with WMS (HighJump preferred) experience required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working within an automated conveyor-based operation is preferred

• Knowledgeable and skilled using various site equipment, such as VoCollect voice, RF scanner, motorized equipment

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.