Warehouse Associate

Patterson Companies, Inc.; Hawaii; On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Patterson Companies is seeking a Warehouse Associate to exceed customer expectations through accurate order fulfillment and timely deliveries. This role involves picking, packing, and managing inventory in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Join a team dedicated to excellence and employee growth, with competitive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays

Educational Assistance Program

Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals is important.
• Comprehensive problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Picks products from stock according to pick list and organizes orders.
• Verifies items picked against the invoice.
• Counts and packages items accurately.

Skills

Problem-solving

Ability to read, write and count

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Shipping software

Inventory management software

Job description

Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success.

One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.

Job Description:

Job Summary

The Warehouse Associate strives to exceed customer expectations by ensuring orders are available, accurate, salable and received in a timely manner. This position will demonstrate order fulfillment task goals are conducted accurately, efficiently and safely, while surpassing customer expectations.

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.

Order Filling

Picks product from fulfillment center stock according to wave pick list and organizes on cart;

Pulls warehouse items from the shelves based on number, size, color, quantity, and quality requirements

May operate scanners so that the proper order is picked, and inventory is managed accurately

Order Checking

Verifies that the item picked matches the item on the invoice by comparing manufacturer name, manufacturer item number, and item description;

Verifies quantity of items picked matches item quantity on the invoice;

For time sensitive items, verifies the expiration date on the item is acceptable for shipment to the customer;

Verifies all items listed on the invoice have been picked;

For items that include component(s), such as a pump, verifies that components are included

Packing

Counts quantity of items and verifies the count to the quantity listed on the invoice;

Matches the ship to address or invoice number on the shipping label with the same information on the invoice;

Selects correct packaging, fill and labels;

Follows regulatory guidelines when packing items with regulatory classification;

May create proper shipping papers for packages containing hazardous materials;

Manifests

For packages not auto-manifested: weighs packages, determines appropriate method of transportation, verifies proper labeling, scans information and applies shipping labels;

For packages auto-manifested: verifies and corrects non-conforming packages;

Expeditor

Processes orders requiring special handling as required by branch personnel, sales staff or end-user.

Order Processing

Fulfill current or new client orders to achieve client customer satisfaction

A dditional functions

In addition to the essential functions listed above, the incumbent may perform the following additional functions.

Transacting all business in accordance to Patterson Companies business code of ethics and conduct.

Align with Patterson Companies Purpose, Vision and Values statement.

Using assigned warehouse equipment/machinery to perform assigned job.

Meeting/exceeding assigned performance metrics and KPIs.

Helping maintain an organized, clean and safe warehouse.

Handling all hazardous materials, pesticides, and prescription drugs according to the Company’s processes/procedures and all applicable laws and regulations.

Performing all work in accordance with Company Safety guidelines and procedures, with safety and regulatory compliance.

As assigned

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or GED preferred

Ability to read, write and count

Comprehensive problem-solving skills

Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals.

Working Conditions

Material and Equipment Directly Used:

General warehouse equipment

General office equipment

MS Office, Shipping and proprietary inventory management software

This position may require the ability to train and certify the use of a variety of forklifts: sit down, Cherry picker (mobile elevated working platform) and/or Joey forklift (multipurpose order picker that can elevate an operator and can be driven at height to move from task to task)

Working Environment/Physical Activities:

Moving 75% of the time

Frequently grasp, reach, bend and stoop in narrow/confined spaces

Exposure to dust

Physical Demands:

Lift and carry up to 55 pounds, team lift 56 to 100 pounds: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity

Sitting or standing: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity

Use of hands: Continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity

Stoop, bend, or crawl: Occasional or frequent moderate physical activity

Ascend/descend on a ladder. Occasional or frequent moderate physical activity

Travel and On-call

This position requires no travel per week in a local area.

For this position being on-call is not required.

We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:

Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program.

401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan.

Paid Time Off (PTO).

Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays.

Educational Assistance Program.

Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave.

LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program).

The starting hourly rate for this role is $19.00 per hour.

EEO Statement

Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

About Us

At Patterson Companies, we live our values everyday. With more than 8,000 employees worldwide, we're responsible for providing dentists, veterinarians, animal producers, and farmers with the support they need to keep us and our animals healthy.