Warehouse Associate 2 (General Warehouse-Unisort)

JCPenney; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 25,485 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee discount on merchandise

Job summary

JCPenney is seeking a Warehouse Associate 2 in Forest Park, Georgia, to provide manual and clerical support in inventory processing. Responsibilities include inspecting and logging cartons, preparing merchandise for distribution, and training associates.

This role requires strong problem-solving skills and familiarity with warehouse equipment. Eligible associates enjoy a competitive benefits package and a pay range from $18.50 to $23.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn computer processing systems.
• Six months experience in similar tasks is preferred.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, lifting up to 75lbs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect cartons and prepare merchandise for processing.
• Sort and route cartons, and pack items accordingly.
• Verify data and train other associates as needed.

Skills

Understanding and following instructions

Using hand-held scanners

Warehouse equipment familiarity

Efficient work abilities

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Warehouse management system software

Job description

Warehouse Associate 2 (General Warehouse)

The Warehouse Associate 2 (General Warehouse) role provides manual and clerical inventory support in processing cartons.

Primary Responsibilities

• Checks and inspects cartons to reflect accurate quantity and condition for further processing.
• Prepares cartons for processing by:
  • Locating, preparing and affixing appropriate labels.
  • Packing, labeling and scanning cartons, as required.
  • Sorting and routing cartons.
  • Entering appropriate information in inventory systems as required.
  • Loading, unloading, picking as required.
• Prepares merchandise for distribution, including:
  • Checks, inspects, and logs data into the appropriate inventory systems to reflect the quantity and condition of merchandise received or distributed.
  • Takes necessary steps to prepare merchandise for inventory and distribution.
  • Inspects merchandise visually to determine disposition, as assigned.
  • Enters/logs appropriate data into on-line systems as required.
• Performs one or more stock handling tasks, such as:
  • Packing, unpacking, banding, and assembling merchandise.
  • Sorting and routing merchandise.
  • Weighing merchandise.
  • Moving merchandise manually from one location to another.
  • Picking, labeling and scanning, as required.
• Performs:
  • Scheduling and balancing workload of other associates.
  • Training and coaching associates in basic procedures and techniques.
  • Verifying data and work of others.
• Performs processing activities, as assigned.
• Moves cartons from one location to another, either manually or mechanically.
• Checks and codes merchandise and data.
• Operates simple warehouse equipment, as necessary.
• Performs other related manual tasks, as assigned.

Core Competencies & Accomplishments

• Requires the ability to understand and follow general and/or written instructions. Involves the use of elementary arithmetic.
• Familiarity with use of contemporary merchandise processing equipment (i.e. hand-held scanners)
• Familiarity with use of warehouse equipment and inventory systems.
• Ability to learn computer processing systems.
• Ability to work efficiently.
• Ability to determine which prescribed steps to take to process problem cartons and to resolve identified discrepancies.
• Physical Essential Function (Lifting): Frequent 0 - 30lbs; Occasional 30 - 75lbs
• Six months experience in the same or related tasks is preferable.

Benefits

If eligible, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays*, and 401(k) with Company match. All associates are eligible for an associate discount on JCPenney merchandise. *For paid vacation days, as well as eligibility requirements for other benefits, please visit http://www.yourjcpbenefits.com

Pay Range

USD $18.50/Hr - USD $23.50/Hr.