Packaging Distributor Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Founded in 1983, Kele Inc. is a leading distribution, and solutions partner with national reach and a global presence. Built around our customers and powered by our people, Kele provides millions of in-stock parts from more than 300 brands to drive automation & efficiency in nearly every type of facility, from office towers and factories to data centers and hospitals.

Our goal is to empower progress for maintenance managers, engineers, contractors, and all those building the future. We do this by delivering parts rapidly, providing custom assemblies upstream, and offering unmatched support to ensure projects run smoothly and downtime is minimized.

With 12 locations nationwide and headquarters in Tennessee, Kele combines deep technical expertise, rapid logistics, and a solutions-first mindset to help customers simplify supply chains, meet tight schedules, and deliver high-quality outcomes.

Kele fosters a culture rooted in collaboration, innovation, and customer obsession, empowering associates at every level to contribute, grow, and make a meaningful impact.

We are currently hiring for the role of Distribution Clerk. 

SUMMARY

The Distribution Clerk II is expected to demonstrate the ability to work in a safe manner, ensure accuracy in all transactions, and meet or maintain the position’s production requirements in thirty days or less.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Outbound:

Verifies and keeps records on outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment by performing the following duties:

• Compares identifying information and counts, weighs, or measures items of outgoing shipments to verify information against shipping orders or other records.
• Package SKU’s as instructed using correct packing materials.
• Process shipments using provided shipping system following all instructions.
• Affixes shipping labels on packed cartons or identifying shipping information on cartons.
• Posts weights for shipping charges.
• Examine outgoing shipments to ensure shipments meet specifications; and
• Stocks and prepares workstation with shipping materials and supplies.

Inbound:

• Counts, sorts, or weighs incoming articles to verify receipt of items on requisition or packing list and examines stock to verify conformance to specifications.
• Communicates inaccuracies on inbound SKU’s to Receiving Supervisor and stages freight in question as directed (OSD storage), marking paperwork as needed.
• Stores articles in bins, on floor, or on shelves, according to identifying information such as part number, size, system directions or type of material.
• Transfers receipts to stocking zone, storing in overstock if needed; completes put away of non-conveyable receipts.
• Handles inbound personal packages as directed (keeps log and forwards to mail room);
• Verifies inbound items are shelf/saleable ready; labels/re-packs as needed.
• Stocks parts transferred from other facilities and fills out internal documents as needed.
• Opens, logs, and transfers returned goods to the Returns department and help re-box and stock large returned goods.

• Forwards return transfer documents to Receiving Supervisor for adjustments.
• Cuts stock to size to fill order.
• Moves or transports material or supplies to other departments.
• Helps Zone Pickers with large items requiring the use of powered lifts; and
• Backup domestic shipping as needed.

Picking:

Replenishes and picks customer orders while maintaining a neat and orderly work environment within establishments by performing the following duties:

• Uses RF equipment to pick customer orders, work orders, shipping orders, or replenishments as well as determining items to be moved, gathered, or distributed while maintaining production standard.
• Conveys materials and items from receiving areas/conveyor belt to stocking or other storage areas.
• Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as home location, size, type, style, color, or product code.
• Picks customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or carts or conveys orders to packing station or shipping department.
• Verifies materials are marked with identifying information.
• Opens boxes, pallets and other containers.
• Counts items for distribution within DC to ensure conformance to company standards.
• Uses handheld RF equipment to enter records; and
• Can be certified to drive electric lift to transport stored items from stock locations to shipping stations.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to appropriately respond to questions from managers or other team members
• Basic computer skills required.  May be required to use RF equipment
• Forklift experience required.

Physical Requirements:

This position will require the following physical activities:

• Ability to lift or move up to 20 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to lift or move up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Ability to stand for periods of up to eight (8) hours per workday.

Kele Companies offers all full-time associates the following benefits and perks:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance 
• HSA
• FSA (medical and dependent care)
• 401(k) with employer match up to 4% with immediate vesting
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental life for employees and dependents available
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid maternity leave