Warehouse Associate

Patterson Companies, Inc.

Liberty (MO)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

7 hours ago

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Job summary

Patterson Companies, Inc. in Liberty, MO is seeking a Warehouse Associate to ensure orders are filled accurately and shipped timely. You will pick, pack, and verify items, operate shipping scans, and maintain safety standards.

This role requires basic reading and counting skills, ability to meet deadlines, and experience with MS Office and inventory software. Forklift certification may be required.

Qualifications

Basic reading, writing and counting skills required.
Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals.

Responsibilities

Fill orders according to wave pick list and organize on cart.
Picks items from fulfillment center stock and verifies against invoice.
Operate scanners to ensure accurate order picking and inventory tracking.
Pack and ship items with correct packaging, labels and paperwork.
Verify item, quantity and lot/expiration where applicable before shipping.
Maintain a safe, clean and organized warehouse environment.

Skills

read/write/count

problem-solving

deadline-oriented

Tools

MS Office

Inventory management software

Shipping software

Forklift training

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

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
Comply with Company and department policies and standards; performs other duties as assigned

Additional Responsibilities

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.

Skills And Abilities

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)

Physical and Cognitive Demands