Warehouse Associate

Houston, TX

Order: 496766

Order Type : Temp To Full-Time

THE POSITION

POSITION TITLE: Warehouse Associate

REPORTS TO: Warehouse Supervisor

TRAVEL: None

PAY RATE: $17.50/hour

SCHEDULE: M-F, 8am-5pm

SUMMARY

The contract Warehouse Associate/Clerk will assist the Warehouse Supervisor projects to increase inventory accuracy and lower delivery times. Associates will spend 60% of each week on such warehouse projects and the remaining 40% will be learning warehouse operations which will increase inventory accuracy and lower delivery times. The associate will also assist with periodic inventory counts.

This position works in a warehouse setting, with some outdoor exposure during the workday. This role

Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, and standard warehouse equipment such as hand trucks, forklifts, box cutters and tape dispensers.

Work hours are M-F 8am - 5pm

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assist receiving unloading trucks, checking Packing List to physical merchandise, reporting quantity discrepancies and physical quality of merchandise. Open bales, crates, and other containers using the proper tools.
2. Read customer orders, work orders, shipping orders, or requisitions to determine items to be picked, moved, or distributed.
3. Move materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping orders or to other designated areas using hand truck and/or Powered Industrial lift Trucks.
4. Sort and place inventory items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code.
5. Utilize RF Scan device to perform Stock Inquires, location transfers, order selections and confirmations.
6. Ensure the warehouse is always kept clean and safe with work tools returned to appropriate areas after each use and work areas always keep neat and orderly.
7. Assemble customer orders from stock and place orders on pallets or shelves or relocate orders to a designated holding area.
8. Mark materials with identifying information using appropriate methods.
9. Record amounts of materials or items received or distributed via appropriate computer program.
10. Assist in counting of physical inventory using printed inventory sheets or scan devices.
11. Weigh and count items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards.
12. May be assigned facilities maintenance and housekeeping duties as needed.
13. Properly package and prepare parcels for shipment.
14. Sweep, dust, mop to keep entire warehouse safe and orderly.
15. Wear proper safety equipment when operating lift equipment and power tools.

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures.

Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.

Use of Technology - Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity; keeps technical skills up to date.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with complex topics.

Customer Service - manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.

Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally in a proficient manner; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Cooperation - Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Personal Appearance - Dresses appropriately for position; keeps self well groomed .

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, takes responsibility for own actions, keeps commitments, commits to long work hours when necessary to reach goals, completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan, shows to work on time daily.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Current drivers' license.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here 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 talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Employees are regularly required to climb, bend, squat, kneel and occasionally to smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move, requiring twisting or turning up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds , objects weighing 41 lbs. or over are jointly lifted and/or machine assisted. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

BACKGROUND & SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. High school diploma or GED, or equivalent years of experience.
2. Forklift Experience (1 year minimum).
3. Three years prior warehouse associate experience.
4. No more than 2 jobs in the past two years.
5. Solid attendance record; timely notification of requested days off.

Pay Rate : 17.50

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent years of experience. Forklift Experience (1 year minimum). Three years prior warehouse associate experience. No more than 2 jobs in the past two years. Solid attendance record; timely notification of requested days off.