Receiving Associate (Washburn)

• Accurately receive all products
• Handle all necessary paperwork upon shipment receipt included but not limited to Purchase Order, Packing Slip and BOL’s.
• Inspect all the contents for damages and volume.
• Manage and return incorrect shipments.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with inventory control.
• Communicate with the Purchasing Department, Sales, Operations Management, and Accounts Payable when a mistake is identified.
• Communicate with the Sales team regarding key customers, receipt of next day items, damaged orders, or other related issues.
• Label deliveries and allocate them to their designated place.
• Assist Operations Manager or Warehouse Lead in performing tasks; sort and place merchandise in proper stock areas.
• Maintain the receiving area and general warehouse in neat and orderly conditions; make sure that all equipment is kept in safe and efficient locations.
• Assist in loading and unloading merchandise on delivery trucks.
• Follow safety policies and procedures in reporting accidents in accordance with company policy.
• Keep managers/supervisors informed of shortages, overages, damaged merchandise, and inventory control.
• Assume responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations. Exercise and promote safe behaviors and demonstrate unyielding support of programs, rules, and policies regarding safety.
• Follow proper procedures in reporting safety incidents in accordance with company policy.
• Always remain courteous and service-minded while dealing with other team members and customers.
• Maintain a neat appearance in accordance with company dress code policy.
• Maintain punctuality and regular and reliable attendance.
• Participate in fostering an organizational culture that values innovation, promotes inclusion, and inspires excellence in the work environment.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with other team members.
• Protect and maintain confidentiality of company trade secrets and other confidential or proprietary information including, without limitation, operations methods, customer information, and sales data.
• Complete projects and assignments on time.
• Attend department meetings and training as requested.
• Complete other related duties assigned by supervisor and/or department management.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Must be physically able to lift up to 50lbs in order to load/unload packages.
• Must be a dependable worker with the ability to carry out a series of work instructions without constant supervision.
• Must be proficient with computer skills.
• Must be able to operate RF Scanner.
• Math and recording abilities.
• Be dependable and report to work in a timely manner.
• Ability to create a positive and productive working relationship with employees and customers.
• Work independently using effective problem-solving skills.
• Operate Material Handling Equipment (MHE), upon certification including but not limited to; forklift, reach truck, order picker, pallet jack and others as provided.
• Superior organizational and multitasking ability.
• Commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills
• Professionalism with respect to time management and meeting deadlines.