Distribution Center Receiving Associate

Genuine Parts Company; West Carrollton (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuine Parts Company is seeking a Receiving Associate to unload shipments, verify accuracy, and move items to the correct locations in the distribution center. The role involves documenting incoming shipments, handling carrier deliveries, and supporting returns and cross-docking processes.

Candidate must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, at least 6 months of experience, and be able to pass a drug screen and background check. Forklift certification and RADS gun operation are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 6 months prior work experience.
• Working knowledge of the stockroom.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting and stay calm under pressure.
• Ability to communicate with customers, supervisors, and Will Call employees.
• Willingness and initiative to learn.
• Analytical problem solving skills.
• Ability to work to flexible hours, including weekends/holidays as needed.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check.
• Strong customer relationship skills.
• Ability to operate a RADS gun.
• Forklift operator certification required.
• Visually capable of recognizing letters and numbers.
• Able to stand and walk for entire shift.
• Able to lift/move parts and boxes up to 60 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Unload shipments and verify accuracy, transporting items to proper stockroom locations.
• Record all incoming shipments on the receiving log.
• Distribute and sort shipments and handle deliveries by carriers; arrange next-day air when required.
• Handle Pro Point repair and returns.
• Ship W.O.G. and cross docks to jobbers.
• Assist in unloading returned merchandise and verify counts; move to check-in areas.
• Perform other management-assigned duties.

Skills

Communication

Stamina

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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.

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