Warehouse Associate, Day Shift

Johnson Brothers; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Brothers is seeking a Warehouse Slotting Associate to optimize product placement and replenishment. The role focuses on assigning pick locations, using slotting strategies for new releases, and analyzing historical and forecast data to improve worker productivity.

You will maintain locations in the WMS and collaborate with the Warehouse Manager to ensure accuracy, safety, and efficient operations. Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–3:30 PM or until completion.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to pass pre-employment screening.
• Able to repeatedly lift 30-70 lbs.
• Able to carry up to 20 lbs while maintaining a fast walking pace.
• Able to operate pallet jack, forklift, cherry picker, reach truck.
• Reliable transportation and good attendance record.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Experience using a WMS (Warehouse Management System).
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Microsoft Office proficiencies (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Assign pick locations for new items for optimal picking and replenishment while balancing workloads across zones.
• Use slotting strategies for all new product releases, including limited releases and seasonal products.
• Analyze historical and forecast data to optimize product placement and worker productivity.
• Generate Moves List for items needing location changes based on sales and slotting tools.
• Collaborate with Warehouse Manager and staff for slotting, capacity, and safety considerations.
• Assign and maintain permanent locations and capacities in the WMS.
• Dynamically slot products using company tools to reduce pick times and replenishment tasks.
• Utilize MS Excel and JBLC slotting tools to evaluate slotting locations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by warehouse manager.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Independent work

Strong organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

WMS (Warehouse Management System)

JBLC slotting tools

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Johnson Brothers Service Distributing Inc. is a national family-owned wine, spirits and beer distributor. Johnson Brothers has been providing, exceptional service to our customers since 1953, representing the world's most famous brands in the beverage industry.

Job Description

Shift: Monday - Friday; 6:30AM - 3:30PM or until completion

Job duties

• Assign pick locations for new items for optimal picking and replenishment considering balancing work load across multiple work zones.
• Use slotting strategies for all new product releases, to include limited releases, seasonal products, and historical sales patterns.
• Analyze historical and forecast data to determine product placement for existing items in an effort to optimize worker productivity.
• Generate Moves List for items that require location changes based on sales and JBLC slotting tools.
• Work closely with Warehouse Manager and all warehouse employees for creative and innovative slotting to include slot capacities, location accuracy and safety concerns.
• Assign and maintain permanent locations and capacities in WMS.
• Dynamically slot products by using company tools to decrease pick times and replenishment activities.
• Utilize a variety of tools to include MS Excel and JBLC slotting tools to evaluate slotting locations.
• Other duties as assigned by warehouse manager on as-needed basis.

Job requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Ability to pass the pre-employment screening
• Ability to repeatedly lift 30-70lbs
• Ability to safely carry up to 20 lbs while maintaining a fast walking pace
• Ability to safely operate pallet jack, forklift, cherry picker/order selector, reach truck
• Must have reliable transportation to & from work along with good attendance record
• Ability to work independently, be self managed and motivated to meet deadlines
• Experience using a WMS (Warehouse Management System)
• Verbal and written communication skills for interacting with all levels of an organization
• Ability to work independently and to make sound decisions
• Microsoft office proficiencies (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Exceptional organization skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Johnson Brothers is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair treatment and hiring based on qualifications. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time