Fulfillment Associate

Job DetailsJob Location: Ink Projects - Blythewood, SC 29016Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00The Body Art Alliance (BAA) is at the forefront of innovation, creating the tools and products to better serve our artist. From the first truly wireless tattoo machine, to the groundbreaking novel tattoo parlor on a cruise ship, BAA has cultivated the industry and been the “first of many.” We are dreamers, artists, creatives, innovators and pioneers, driven to propel the body art community across the world.  

We’re here to elevate, empower and take our industry to the next level. Our family of brands will continue to be led by their day one founders and continue to create and oversee our innovative product lines. While we are better united, our brands will always have that special touch that makes them unique. Our new partnership will allow us to create, design and manufacture products, create best-in-class educational content that transcends, and have a direct social impact in the communities we serve.  

The Body Art Alliance welcomes you home! Discover all that we offer and join our winning team. 

 

About the Role:  

The Fulfillment Associate is responsible for handling shipping documentation that deals with imports and exports; maintaining inventory, inspecting products for damage, maintaining an organized warehouse space and adhering to Company fulfillment regulations. This role works closely with all workers in the warehouse, as well as the customer service personnel. The Fulfillment Associate may also interact with customers by handling their inquiries and attending to their specified needs. This role may also involve routine cleaning and maintenance duties, as determined by the needs of the day, and as assigned by the supervisor. The Fulfillment Associate will ensure workplace health and safety requirements are met and take responsibility for the security of the facility and stock. 

Responsibilities: 

 


Verifies orders for shipment, delivering the proper paperwork, packaging and quantity for each order to the required destination. 
Inspects all goods being shipped and received, reporting defective, damaged items, shortages/overages or non-conformance to specifications and reports any discrepancies to Manager/Supervisor. 
Packages shipments for deliveries, including weighing items and packaging contents appropriately. 
Determines method of shipment, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes and rates. 
Posts weights and shipping charges, and affixes postage. 
Performs data entry, merchandise scan-ins and other required quality assurance steps that confirm the contents of each order while tracking inventory for the Company. 
Accurately fills out paperwork, keeps record of invoices received with details on receipts to be entered in the inventory system 
Obtains signatures and ensures prompt delivery. 
Receive, verify, stage and stock incoming material, either independently or as part of a team, depending on order size and daily staffing needs. 
Updates management or supervisor on the status of inventory, shipments and deliveries. 
Organizes, inventories and restocks supplies and products in the warehouse. 
Operates forklift and other machinery needed to transport heavy items around the warehouse. 
Assists in loading/unloading trucks. 
Ensures the warehouse area is cleaned, organized and that all safety procedures are being always followed. 
Inspect and maintain warehouse equipment including pallet jacks, floor lifts and basic tools. Report any malfunctions, insufficiencies or necessary repairs through the relevant channels. 
Performs other related duties as assigned.


 

Skills: 

 


Basic understanding of records, inventories and other routine  
documentation used in the warehouse.  
Understanding of warehouse procedures and regulations. 
Ability to remain organized.  
Works well with a team. 
Exhibits effective communication skills, essential to providing instructions and suggestions about warehouse organization to management and other shipping associates. 


Key Performance Indicators (KPI):

 


Practice time management skills and proven ability to meet deadlines. 
Ability to meet the safety targets established for warehouse operations. 
Dependable daily attendance and work output. 
Maintain effective organizational and interpersonal skills, sustained attention to detail. 


Qualifications: 


High school diploma or equivalent required  
Some prior warehouse and logistics experience preferred 
Experience with warehouse equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks 
and computer-based inventory systems preferred 
Strong organizational skills 
Detail-oriented outlook toward tasks 


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 


Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 
Meet established volume activity standards for the position which includes bending, lifting heavy boxes (up to 50 l