Warehouse Associate 2 (General Warehouse-Unisort)

JCPenney; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 28,929 - 36,506; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Term life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) with company match

Associate discount on merchandise

Job summary

JCPenney is seeking a Warehouse Associate 2 in Reno, NV, to provide manual and clerical inventory support in processing cartons. The role includes checking and inspecting cartons, preparing merchandise for distribution, and performing various stock handling tasks.

Candidates should have some experience in warehouse tasks and possess skills such as following instructions and using processing equipment. A competitive benefits package and associate discount apply.

Qualifications

• Six months experience in warehouse tasks preferred.
• Familiarity with use of warehouse equipment and inventory systems.
• Physical ability to lift between 0 - 75lbs.

Responsibilities

• Checks and inspects cartons for accurate quantity and condition.
• Prepares merchandise for distribution including checks and inspections.
• Performs various stock handling tasks and data entry.
• Schedules and balances workload of other associates.

Skills

Ability to understand and follow instructions

Elementary arithmetic

Use of hand-held scanners

Ability to learn computer processing systems

Efficient work habits

Problem-solving skills

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

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 and eligibility requirements for other benefits, please visit http://www.yourjcpbenefits.com.

Pay Range

USD $21.00/Hr - USD $26.50/Hr.