Warehouse Associate

PennVeterinary Supply, Inc; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Veterinary Supply, Inc in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Warehouse Associate to pick orders, verify accuracy, and safely handle materials while using an RF scanner.

Work week is Monday through Friday from 10:30am to 7:30pm. Candidates must be 18+ with a high school diploma or GED, able to read instructions, do basic math, stand/walk for long periods, and operate RF equipment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ with a high school diploma or GED.
• Able to read and interpret safety rules and shipping instructions.
• Able to perform basic math operations as required.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods; comfortable with warehouse tasks.
• Experience using RF scanners and computers is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read orders to determine items to pick and move.
• Pick, verify, and prepare orders for shipping.
• Move materials from receiving to storage or shipping areas.
• Mark items with identifying information as needed.
• Weigh and count items to ensure conformance with standards.
• Prepare parcels for mailing and maintain clean, safe workspaces.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading & interpretation

Basic math

Stamina / endurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanner

Job description

Michigan Warehouse, Grand Rapids, MI, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 1340

ABOUT US

Founded in 1981, Penn Veterinary Supply was created out of the belief that there is a better way to supply veterinarians with products and services. This belief remains at the core of everything we do. We proudly remain a family owned and operated business, free of corporate ownership. This enables us to best meet the needs of our customers on an individual basis without the pressure of answering to shareholders. We strive to set a higher standard of servicing the veterinary profession by focusing on our Power in Partnership model:

• Penn Vet is a Family-Owned Business that values our PEOPLE and yours.
• Our team is dedicated to providing SOLUTIONS for the veterinarians and entire staff at independent, privately held veterinary hospitals.
• We aim to be a true business partner that strives to consistently exceed your SERVICE expectations.
• We select partners who advocate for the importance of the veterinarian's recommendation of PRODUCTS that provide quality, savings, and value.

Penn Vet was founded in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, and has since grown to open branches in Michigan, Florida, and North Carolina.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for picking orders, order verification, using RF scanner, and safely completing duties relating to materials handling. Candidates must be available to work a schedule from Monday through Friday, 10:30am - 7:30pm.

• Reads orders to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed and/or shipped.
• Moves materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping or to other designed areas.
• Marks materials with identifying information using appropriate methods.
• Weighs and counts items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards.
• Prepares parcels for mailing.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the warehouse. Practices safe work habits.
• Completes other related duties as assigned, customary to department and role.

Required Education and Experience

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, customer orders, and packing and shipping instructions.
• Able to accomplish simple math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
• Able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Able to use a RF scanner and computer.

Penn Veterinary Supply is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Penn Vet is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, marital status, age, pregnancy, national origin, protected veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state laws.