Merchandise Handler (M-Th; 7-5:30pm)

Black-Diamond-Equipment; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Diamond Equipment is hiring a warehouse associate at our West Valley City, UT facility. You will perform receiving, picking, packing, replenishment and shipping tasks to maintain accurate inventory and safe operations.

No prior experience required; entry level accepted. Candidates must read, write and converse in English, possess basic math, and demonstrate teamwork, reliability and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Reading, writing and English proficiency required.
• Basic math knowledge desirable.
• Ability to learn standard work procedures.
• Experience with outdoor products helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Show up on time and be in your work area at the start of your shift, at lunch and after breaks.
• Follow prescribed process training documentation and meet productivity goals.
• Assist with receiving, put away, replenishment, picking, packing and shipping per DC policies.
• Support routine cycle counts and inventory accuracy as directed.

Skills

Reading & Writing

English proficiency

Basic math

Problem solving

Dexterity

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Outdoor product knowledge (helpful)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: WEST VALLEY CITY, UT 84044

Performs all necessary warehouse tasks pertaining to, but not limited to receiving, picking, replenishment, packing, put away and the transfer of inventory timely and accurately. The tasks should be completed in a manner that meets company standards for safety, security and productivity.

Must be able to work within the 3 areas of Black Diamond Distribution Center, Show up on Time, Follow Your Standard Work, and Help us Improve. More details regarding these three functions are listed below in Essential Functions.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Required: High school diploma or GED

Work Experience

Required: Entry level, no experience required

Preferred: 6+ months experience picking/packing/shipping customer orders in a warehouse environment

Skills and general experience

Must be energetic and self-directed. Ability to read, write and converse in English is required. Basic mathematics knowledge. Basic problem solving and organizing skills. Demonstrated proficiency in manual dexterity. Basic computer skills, spreadsheet and data entry required. Good interpersonal and communication skills are necessary. Company product knowledge and experience in the outdoor industry is helpful but not required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

General physical requirements:

Medium to heavy work

Visual acuity requirements: Close, color, depth perception, peripheral vision, ability to adjust focus

Motion and sensory requirements: Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Fingering, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Repetitive Motions

Physical working conditions:

Noise, hazards, atmospheric conditions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. SHOW UP ON TIME
   • Must be in your work area at the start of your shift, at the end of lunch, and after designated break times.
   • Stay on task during the assigned work hours
   • Required to notify the Lead, Supervisor or Manager if it’s necessary to leave the work area for non-work related reasons.
   • Must clock out for all non-work related absences
2. FOLLOW YOUR STANDARD WORK
   • Able to read, understand and follow all prescribed process training documentation for an assigned task.
   • Meets or exceeds output and productivity goals as defined by the DC Management.
   • Responsible for receiving, put away, replenishment, picking, packing, shipping in accordance with DC policies and procedures
   • Assist with routine cycle counting and physical inventory counts as directed by Leads or DC Management
   • Maintains a high standard of quality and accuracy throughout daily tasks
   • Work with team members in a courteous, constructive, and professional manner that helps promote a collaborative team environment and ensure the success of the team.
   • Respectful communication with all Black Diamond Equipment employees is required.
   • Responsible for upholding cleanliness and orderliness guidelines.
   • Responsible for following all established safety procedures.
   • Responsible to complete all tasks as you have been trained and instructed to do so.
   • Requires flexibility within the following areas:
     • Ability to be trained and help in other tasks within the Distribution Center as the workload fluctuates
     • Must be willing to adhere to schedule changes and / or required overtime due to seasonal volume increases
   • Adherence to all other Black Diamond Equipment policies at all times.
3. HELP US IMPROVE
   • Continually identify ways to improve process, safety or reduce waste within our operation.
   • Work with your Lead to find and implement solutions.
   • Responsible to inform Lead of problems with equipment or defects and if possible suggest solutions.

Black Diamond is and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Black Diamond Equipment HR representative.