Warehouse Associate

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for the daily unloading/loading, receiving, picking, packing, cycle counting, quality assurance inspections and maintaining accuracy of all work assignments.  This position interacts with multiple levels within the organization and outside the organization.  Communication is key with co-workers, fellow associates, and our customers.  Flexibility and adaptability to change is a necessity. The Warehouse Associate must be able to perform in multiple areas, tasks, projects as assigned, meet company performance and quality objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties outlined below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Essential Functions Statements

• Processes inbound and outbound shipments according to Fulfillment procedures, including:
• Loading and unloading goods
• Properly receiving, labeling, and prepping Government account orders upon arrival 
• Measuring, weighing, and counting products at the time of receipt and order fulfillment
• Marking, labeling, and preparing products for storage/shipment in a professional manner
• Recording product, packaging, and order information on specified forms and records, as required
• Inspecting inbound and outbound work for accuracy 
• Inputting data into multiple sites to ensure contract requirements are adhered to
• Helps preserve inventory accuracy by adhering to all processes and procedures that have a cause and effect on the inventory
• Processes cycle counts in the system according to mandated by the cycle count schedule
• Ensures that the returns are being processed in a timely manner
• Prints and manages company documents according to procedures
• Performs required work in a timely manner and achieves adequate production to meet service schedules and customer commitments
• Performs duties in a manner that promotes superior customer service and professionalism  
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment
• Other job duties as required, defined by the Supervisor/GM

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 

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. 

• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Possesses strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow safety protocol and to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety 
• Ability to remain flexible and easily adapt to changes in the workplace 
• Ability to manage time efficiently and effectively and complete tasks in a designated timeline
• Ability to learn and use scanners, computers, and software within the work environment

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 1+ years of previous Distribution or general labor experience preferred
• 1+ years experience in Inventory Control 
• Valid and current forklift certification is a plus (must be able to obtain)
• Hazmat certification is a plus (must be able to obtain)
• Prior military service is a plus
  
  

COMPUTER SKILLS 

• Knowledge of ERP systems, RF Smart WMS, UPS World Ship, Fed Ex Ship Manager and Endicia Dazzle are a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. 

• This position requires constant physical activity including standing for extended periods, walking, reaching, bending, and grasping
• Employees must be able to lift 75 lbs. and withstand heights
• Flexibility with hours - the ability to work varied hours, days, nights, and weekends as business dictates

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

• Heated, non-air-conditioned, warehouse with concrete flooring

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Noble provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, or any other protected category in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Noble complies with applica