Warehouse Associate - Receiving

We are looking for a Warehouse Associate Receiving Clerk!

Position Summary:

The Receiving Associate is responsible for accurately receiving, inspecting, and recording incoming shipments to ensure inventory accuracy in warehouse management systems. This role requires a high level of attention to detail to verify item quantities, check for damages, and assign items to the correct bins or locations. You will work in a fast-paced warehouse environment to maintain an organized, clean, and efficient receiving area, ensuring materials are properly integrated into the warehouse inventory.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Receive incoming shipments, verifying item quantities and conditions against purchase orders.
• Inspect items for damage or defects, reporting discrepancies to the purchasing team.
• Use warehouse management systems to scan and record received items, assigning them to the correct bins or locations with precision.
• Label received items and stage them in the appropriate bins or locations, ensuring accurate placement for inventory tracking.
• Assist with inventory audits by verifying received quantities against system records, supporting accurate inventory management.
• Keep the receiving area clean and organized, removing waste materials (e.g., packaging, pallets) to maintain a safe and efficient workspace.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support warehouse operations.
• No supervisory duties

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Exceptional attention to detail to ensure accuracy in receiving, inspecting, and recording inventory.
• Strong organizational skills to manage incoming shipments and maintain a tidy receiving area.
• Ability to use warehouse management systems (preference for experience with RF-Smart and NetSuite) to process inventory transactions with a focus on data accuracy.
• Basic computer skills for updating inventory records and communicating discrepancies.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other heavy machinery (training provided if needed).

Education and Experience:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred
• Prior experience working in a warehouse, specifically in receiving roles.
• Preference for candidates with experience using RF-Smart and NetSuite for inventory management.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times, as the role involves handling various warehouse items.
• The position is predominantly in the warehouse, where temperature conditions can vary (e.g., hot in summer, cold in winter).
• Role requires constant standing, walking, and moving around to pick and pack orders, often in a fast-paced environment.
• Employee safety and self-awareness must be utilized at all times around warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks).