Distribution Associate

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Employees working in Distribution/Fulfillment will be responsible for all aspects of work within a distribution center, to include, but not be limited to: packing of hats, labeling boxes, picking orders from inventory, tracking orders in our database, unloading trucks, stocking shelves, processing returns, re-packaging of items, and moving inventory between distribution centers.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Review order slips, and pack hats and other related items into proper boxes in a careful and precise manner;
2. Attach additional labeling as necessary to boxing to ensure accurate shipments;
3. Palletize and wrap large shipments
4. Accurately update inventory in database;
5. Pull inventory from shelves, and prepare for shipment;
6. Assist in unloading trucks, occasionally lifting up to 40 lbs.
7. Restock shelves as necessary;
8. Repackage returned items and track in inventory;
9. Other duties/tasks as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is required to stand; walk; sit; and is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

OCCASIONALLY-0-35% OF TIME

FREQUENTLY-36-74% OF TIME

CONSTANTLY-75% OF TIME

Sit

Walk

Stand

Climb

Lift/Carry up to 20-40 lbs.

Reach

Drive

Push/Pull up to 20-40 lbs.

Bend

Crawl

Squat

Lift/Carry up to 40+ lbs.

Lift/Carry up to 20 lbs.

Push/Pull up to 40+ lbs.

Push/Pull up to 20 lbs.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Warehouse environment;
2. High temperatures may be experienced in summer within distribution center working spaces;
3. Stairs must be able to be navigated to reach various areas of the distribution centers;
4. Ladders must be able to be navigated to reach product and then product must be carried down the ladder.
5. Some work may be held outdoors, which is subject to a variety of weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, rain, snow, etc.).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Communication

1. Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of people, including employees, managers, colleagues, visitors, and guests using understandable language skills verbally, in reading, written work and comprehension;

2. Communication must be professional and customer service focused;

3. Must be able to read proficiently and speak understandably in English.
Skills

1. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret directives and instructions;

2. Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations;

3. Data entry skills desirable;

4. Excellent attention to detail and ability to work accurately and efficiently;

5. Ability to learn the required tasks/duties assigned.
Employment Experience

1. Specific distribution experience not required, but desirable.
Education

1. High School diploma or GED
Licenses/Certification

1. Prior forklift experience a plus, but not required.

2. Valid driver's license a plus, but not required, unless becoming forklift certified.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the position. It reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Requirements

In addition to the above traits, candidates must have the following:

• US Work Authorization
• Ability to navigate stairs/stairwells to get to job location(s)
• Access to reliable transportation
• Ability to work with or near wool material and products
• Ability to work in environments that can become extremely hot/humid
• A passion to do things right is a MUST!