Position Overview:

The DC Fulfillment Center Warehouse Associate is responsible for performing various/different work tasks or duties in support of successfully processing shipments correctly and on time. Reports to specific Work Team Area Supervisor or overall Management within DC.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs Material Handling, including but not limited to: unboxing automotive parts, checking hardware specifications, checking quality standards of product, reboxing product to improve or match quality standards
• Performs work outside of normal work area if requested
• Performs work tasks in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) while ensuring the work is done within the required performance metrics and to the expected level of quality 
• Will be expected to cross training activities that promotes a flexible work force capable of shifting to different work areas to meet the labor demands 
• Tracks and records daily work performance achievements within the Labor Tracker Metrics System 
• Participates in any training on continuous improvement initiatives guided towards achieving higher levels of efficiency
• Observes and complies with company established rules and policies that ensure a safe and productive work environment for everyone
• Maintains a clean and safe workplace by ensuring compliance standards are met and PPE is always adhered to 
• Operates all powered Industrial trucks and equipment in a manner that ensures the safety of the operator and that of others working in and around the same areas 
• Understands the importance of an acceptable attendance record and makes best efforts to limit their impacts and disruptions to the operations due to excessive absence and/or lateness 
• Perform additional duties/other work as assigned on a day to day basis
• Work within a modern DC Fulfillment warehouse facility utilizing various styles and types of equipment and technology to ensure efficient, accurate and timely processing of customer orders 
• Will be utilizing a high level of automation and mechanized material handling equipment
• Will adhere to the company standard of quality, safety and accuracy over speed

Educational/Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Minimum one to three years direct Warehouse experience in a fast-paced Manufacturing or Distribution environment where small parcel and LTL/LT customer order processing occurs
• Equivalent combination of education and experience 
• Computer and technology usage skills required
• Familiarity with distribution software systems, highly preferred
• Strong communication, both written and verbal with equally strong interpersonal skills require
• Mechanical aptitude and a general understanding of automotive parts, a plus 
• Physical requirements - Significant standing, walking through the warehouse, and consistent lifting (up to 50 lbs.) of products is required. Use of carton knifes, taping equipment, automated strappers, pallet wrappers, carts, and various other small hand tools.