Distribution Center Associate Jobs in Dearborn, MI

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Warehouse Associate supports distribution center operations by receiving, storing, picking, packing, and moving products accurately and safely. The role helps ensure customer orders are fulfilled accurately and on time while maintaining organized inventory and a safe work environment.

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

Receive, unload, inspect, sort, label, store, pick, pack, and move products and materials.
Use handheld scanners, computers, and warehouse systems to record inventory movements accurately.
Assemble customer orders and move completed orders to packing or shipping areas.
Prepare and label parcels and shipments for carrier pickup, including FedEx and UPS as assigned.
Assist with cycle counts, inventory accuracy, and inventory records.
Operate forklifts and material-handling equipment when trained and authorized.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas and follow safety procedures.
Report inventory discrepancies, damaged product, and safety concerns.
Support other warehouse functions and perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

COMPETENCIES

Attention to detail and thoroughness
Dependability and punctuality
Teamwork and communication
Organization and safety awareness
Problem solving
Ability to work independently and follow procedures

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED required.
Previous warehouse, distribution, shipping/receiving, picking/packing, or inventory experience preferred; transferable experience will be considered.
Previous handheld scanner or scan gun experience preferred.
Forklift experience or certification preferred; training may be provided based on job assignment.
Experience with ERP/WMS, FedEx/UPS shipping systems, ISO 9001, hazmat/dangerous goods, or OSHA training is a plus.

COMPUTER SKILLS 

Basic computer skills and ability to learn handheld scanning, ERP/WMS, and shipping systems. Microsoft Outlook, Word, or Excel experience is helpful but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of the requirements of this warehouse role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

While working, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk for extended periods; use hands to handle materials and equipment; reach, bend, stoop, push, pull, and communicate. The role requires visual focus and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates primarily in a warehouse and distribution center environment. The employee may work around moving equipment, material-handling equipment, varying temperatures, noise, dust, and frequent pedestrian and product movement. Required safety procedures and personal protective equipment must be followed.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Wright Tool Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.

• EEO Poster
• FMLA Rights
• Employee      Polygraph Protection

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.