Warehouse Associate I

Patterson Companies, Inc.; Boone (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in medical equipment manufacturing is seeking a Warehouse Associate I to ensure orders are fulfilled accurately and efficiently. The role involves picking, packing, and processing orders, while adhering to safety guidelines and maintaining a clean warehouse environment. Ideal candidates will have problem-solving skills and a high school diploma or GED. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals.

Responsibilities

• Picks product from fulfillment center stock according to wave pick list.
• Verifies that the item picked matches the item on the invoice.
• Counts items and verifies quantities against the invoice.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to read

Ability to write

Ability to count

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

shipping and inventory management software

forklifts

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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 tasks are conducted accurately, efficiently, and safely, while surpassing customer expectations.

Essential Functions
To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.

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 to ensure proper order picking and accurate inventory management

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 matches the invoice
• Checks expiration date for time-sensitive items
• Ensures all items listed on the invoice are picked
• Verifies components are included for items with multiple parts

Packing

• Counts items and verifies quantities against the invoice
• Matches shipping labels with invoice information
• Selects appropriate packaging, fills, and labels packages
• Follows regulatory guidelines when packing hazardous materials
• Prepares shipping documents as needed

Manifests

• Weighs packages, determines transportation methods, verifies labels, scans information, and applies shipping labels for non-auto-manifested packages
• Verifies and corrects non-conforming packages for auto-manifested shipments

Expeditor

• Handles special handling orders as required by branch or sales staff

Order Processing

• Fulfills client orders to achieve customer satisfaction

Additional Functions

• Adheres to Patterson Companies' ethical standards and business code
• Aligns with the company’s purpose, vision, and values
• Uses warehouse equipment safely and properly
• Meets performance metrics and KPIs
• Maintains organized, clean, and safe warehouse environment
• Handles hazardous materials, pesticides, and prescription drugs per regulations
• Follows safety guidelines and procedures
• Performs other assigned duties

Required Qualifications

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

Working Conditions

Material And Equipment Used

• Warehouse and office equipment
• MS Office, shipping, and inventory management software
• Ability to operate forklifts and other warehouse machinery

Physical and Environmental Activities

• Moving frequently, grasping, reaching, bending, stooping
• Exposure to dust
• Physical demands include lifting up to 55 pounds, team lifts up to 100 pounds, and other physical activities

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Medical Equipment Manufacturing