Warehouse Associate

Genuine Parts Company; West Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Industries is seeking a Warehouse Associate to handle shipping and receiving for a branch location. You will pick, pack, and ship orders, prepare items for delivery, and ensure returned items are handled properly through the distribution network.

Responsibilities include maintaining a clean, organized, safe workspace, and potentially delivering items with signature confirmation. forklift operation may be required and basic computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Basic math and reading comprehension skills required.
• Must be able to operate a forklift if certified.

Responsibilities

• Handle shipping and receiving duties for the branch.
• Pull, check, and ship items per sales orders.
• Prepare items for delivery and secure packages for transit.
• Process customer returns to distribution or fulfillment centers.
• Maintain organized inventory and report damaged items.
• May deliver items and obtain customer signatures.
• May operate forklift and use computer systems for item receipts.

Skills

Basic math

Reading comprehension

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

SUMMARY:Under direct supervision, the Warehouse Associate performs all shipping and receiving activity for a Branch location. This role ensures the customer receives the correct items in a timely manner and all stocked merchandise is properly maintained.JOB DUTIESDetermines which items need to be picked, checked and shipped from sales order.Pulls orders accordingly to the sales order and recheck them to ensure accuracy.Prepares items for delivery to customer.Secures packages to make sure no items are damaged in shipping to customer.Prepares customer returns for shipment back to Distribution Center, Fulfillment Center, or supplier.Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to established MINO code organization of products.Ensures if any inventory is damaged or not up to standards to be reported to the warehouse supervisor immediately.Maintains a clean, well-organized, and safe working environment.May deliver items to customers; obtains signature from customer to validate receipt of items.May process counter sales or invoices for customers.May operate a forklift or similar equipment.Performs other duties as assigned.Receives items in the computer system to show which items are available for the customers.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCETypically requires a high school diploma or GED.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIESBasic math and reading comprehension skills.Basic computer skills.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Must be able to move up to 100 lbs and lift up to 50 lbs.LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:May need to be certified to operate a forklift.Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.COMPANY INFORMATION:Motion Industries offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition, reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by joining our Talent Community on jobs.genpt.com or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.