Warehouse Assistant

Merakey; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization is seeking a Warehouse Assistant in Coraopolis, PA. The role involves receiving, storing, and issuing materials while supporting the Warehouse Supervisor. This physically demanding position requires the ability to lift goods and effectively communicate. Join our extraordinary team and contribute to our mission of supporting individuals and families.

Benefits

Generous medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth options

DailyPay for immediate access to earned pay

Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships

Employee discounts on entertainment and travel

Access to self-care tools on the Goga platform

Employee Assistance Program for counseling and support

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Related experience is helpful.
• A verifiable high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Receives, stores, and issues materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Takes inventories and compiles stock records.
• Lifts and carries cartons, generally no more than 100 pounds.

Skills

Numerical ability

Effective communication

Versatility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do.

We are seeking a Warehouse Assistant to join our team in our Coraopolis, PA location.

Position Details

This position reports to the Warehouse Supervisor and the Assistant Director of Finance.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

Unpacks or uncrates items received using crowbar, claw hammer, knives, or scissors.

Inspects items for damage or defect, such as, spoilage, torn wrappings, scratches or breakage.

Verifies accuracy of shipment by counting, weighing or measuring items and comparing size, weight, description and code numbers with information on invoice or packing slip and purchase order.

Reports discrepancies or damage in shipment and signs invoice, packing list and/or delivery receipt.

Carries or conveys by hand, truck, items from receiving area and stores perishable items in refrigerator and others on shelves, according to established procedures.

Takes items from stock to fill requisitions and carries them or delivers them to requesting department.

Drives a vehicle to pick–up or deliver supplies.

Greets all service representatives and accompanies them to necessary department.

Handles all stocked items.

Physical ability to perform lifting and transferring of cartons and supplies.

Performs all related work, as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledgeable of the policies and procedures of the facility.

Numerical ability to verify quantities received, etc.

Versatility to perform variety of duties in cooperation with all school departments.

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Related experience is helpful.
• A verifiable high school diploma or GED

This position involves supporting the Warehouse Supervisor by receiving, storing, and issuing materials, supplies and equipment; taking inventories and compiling stock records in warehouse or in department to which assigned. Also, this position will assist Purchasing Agent by maintaining inventory and supply records, bids, and purchase records. Some work is physically demanding, requiring lifting and carrying of cartons, generally no more than 100 pounds.