Warehouse Associate I

Patterson Logistics Services; Bessemer (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) Match

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays

Volunteer Time Off

Educational Assistance Program

Parental and Adoption Leave

LifeWorks (Employee Assistance)

Patterson Perks Program

Job summary

Patterson Companies in Alabama is seeking a Warehouse Associate to ensure orders are picked, packed and shipped accurately and safely. You will work in a fast-paced warehouse, following standard procedures to meet customer expectations.

The role requires basic reading/writing, ability to lift up to 55 pounds, and teamwork to maintain inventory accuracy. We offer full benefits, PTO, and a competitive starting wage of $16.48 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read, write and count.
• Comprehensive problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals.

Responsibilities

• Order Filling: Picks product from fulfillment center stock and organizes on cart; uses scanners to ensure correct items are picked.
• Order Checking: Verifies item against invoice, quantity, expiration date, and components.
• Packing: Selects packaging, applies labels, and prepares shipping documents following guidelines.
• Manifests: Weighs and labels packages, selects transportation, and applies shipping labels.
• Expeditor: Handles orders requiring special processing as needed.
• Order Processing: Fulfills current or new client orders to satisfy customers.

Skills

Read, write, count

Problem solving

Deadline orientation

Productivity goals

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Inventory management software

Job description

Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success. One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.

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.

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.
• Performing all work in accordance with Company Safety guidelines and procedures, with safety and regulatory compliance.
• As assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 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.
• Working Environment/Physical Activities: Moving 75% of the time Frequently grasp, reach, bend and stoop in narrow/confined spaces Exposure to dust.
• Physical Demands: Lift and carry up to 55 pounds, team lift 56 to 100 pounds: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity. Sitting or standing: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity. Use of hands: Continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity. Stoop, bend, or crawl: Occasional or frequent moderate physical activity. Ascend/descend on a ladder. Occasional or frequent moderate physical activity.
• Travel and On-call: This position requires no travel per week in a local area. For this position being on-call is not required.

What's In It For You

• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program.
• 401(k) Match.
• Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays.
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO).
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave.
• LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program).
• Patterson Perks Program.

The starting hourly rate for this role is 16.48 USD per hour.

EEO Statement

Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

At Patterson Companies, we live our values everyday. With more than 8,000 employees worldwide, we're responsible for providing dentists, veterinarians, animal producers, and farmers with the support they need to keep us and our animals healthy.