Distribution Center Receiving Associate

Genuine Parts Company; Village of Williamsville (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Genuine Parts Company in Williamsville, NY is hiring a Receiving Associate to unload shipments, verify accuracy, and move items to designated stock locations.

You will record incoming shipments, handle various carriers, and assist in returns and dock-to-stock transfers. The role requires high school diploma, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment, including weekends if needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience required.
• 6 months prior work experience.
• Know-how of the entire stockroom.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting and stay calm under pressure.
• Effective communication with customers, supervisors, and Will Call employees.
• Self-motivation and initiative to achieve company goals.
• Willingness and ability to learn.
• Analytical problem-solving skills.
• Flexible hours, including weekends/holidays as needed.
• Pass a drug screen and background check.
• Strong customer relation skills.
• Ability to operate a RADS gun.
• Forklift certification required.
• Visual ability to read letters/numbers and sequences.
• Speak clearly and listen attentively.
• Stand/walk for entire shift.
• Lift/move up to 60 pounds.
• Reach upper shelves with stool/ladder.
• Move heavy items with equipment like hand truck and hydraulic lifts.

Responsibilities

• Unload shipments, verify accuracy, and transport to proper stock locations.
• Record all incoming shipments on receiving log.
• Sort and record shipments received via carriers; deliver next-day air mail as needed.
• Handle Pro Point repair and returns.
• Ship W.O.G. and cross docks to jobbers.
• Assist in unloading returned merchandise and verify piece count.
• Perform management-assigned duties.

Skills

Communication

Fast-paced work

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

RADS gun

Forklift certification

Job description

Job Description

The Receiving Associate will unload shipments, verify, and transport items to the appropriate location in the Distribution Center.

Responsibilities

• The following section contains the primary responsibilities for this position. Job holder is responsible for performing any other duties as assigned by management.
• Unloads shipments, verifies the accuracy of shipments and transports shipments (using a variety of methods) to proper location throughout the stockroom.
• Records all incoming shipments on receiving log.
• Distributes, sorts, and records shipments received via UPS, UPS, Federal Express, etc. Delivers next day airmail immediately upon receipt.
• Handles Pro Point repair and returns.
• Ships W.O.G. and cross docks to jobbers.
• Assists in the unloading of returned merchandise from stores, verifies accuracy of piece count, and transports merchandise to check-in areas.
• Performs any and all management assigned duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience required.
• 6 months prior work experience.
• Have a working knowledge of the entire stockroom.
• Ability to work in a fast paced setting and have the capability to work calmly under pressure.
• Ability to communicate with customers, supervisors, and other Will Call employees.
• Possess personal drive, self-motivation and initiative to accomplish company goals.
• Possess a willingness and ability to learn.
• Possess analytical problem solving skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, sometimes including weekends and holidays as required by customer business needs.
• Ability to pass a drug screen test and routine background inquiry.
• Strong customer relationship skills.
• Ability to utilize and operate a RADS gun.
• Must be able to be certified as a forklift operator.
• Visually capable of recognizing and distinguishing letters and numbers and their sequencing.
• Ability to speak clearly and listen attentively.
• Ability to work on feet (stand and walk) for entire assigned work shift.
• Capable of lifting and moving parts and boxes up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to repeatedly bend or stoop to floor level shelves and able to reach upper shelves with use of stool or ladder when necessary.
• Ability to move engine blocks, core barrels, and other heavy equipment with moving aids designed to move such items, including hand truck, barrel dollies, hydraulic lifts, etc.

Physical Demands / Working Environment

• Environment: Position operates in a warehouse setting with continuous exposure to industrial noise (e.g., forklifts, conveyors, machinery, and loading activities), bright overhead lighting, and varying temperatures due to limited climate control.
• Employees regularly work around moving equipment and mechanical operations and must remain alert to audible and visual safety signals in a fast-paced environment.

This position offers a starting hourly rate of $22.50. For other positions, the starting rate will be determined based on individual skills, experience, and qualifications. We value the unique contributions of each team member and encourage candidates to discuss their backgrounds during the interview process.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal days, holidays, sick days, and paternal leave
• Additional Perks: Employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and wellness programs.

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.