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Position Title:                      Distribution Associate  
Location:                              Reno, Nevada
Reports to:                           Distribution Supervisor

Description

Newell Brands is a global marketer of consumer and commercial products that touch the lives of people where they live, learn, work and play. We are committed to building consumer and commercial Brands That MatterTM while leveraging the benefits of being one company: shared expertise, operating efficiencies, and a culture of innovation. 

This is a job summary which includes essential job duties of this position. More specific information regarding duties may be provided upon request.

The Distribution Associate is responsible for performing all core functions in DC base on what work dictates on a rotating basis, including picking, packing, building orders for shipment, shipping, VAS/Returns.

Essential Duties:

• Pick and pack orders for various types of customers, referring to the pick ticket for any special instructions.
• Build large freight orders onto pallets within our customer's and freight forwards height restrictions, and verify that orders are complete and accurate prior to shipping.
• Ship orders following instructions on pick ticket, paying special attention to the shipping method and any special shipping instructions.

• Generate shipping labels, carton content labels and packing lists. Apply or insert them in a consistent manner as directed by the Shipping Manager or Shipping Supervisor.
• Follow Customer's Vendor Guide for specific picking, packing and shipping instructions.
• Assist loading outbound trucks as needed.
• Assist with the dock as needed and directed.
• Value Added Services e.g. hangers, price tags, etc.
• Assist in stocking the replenishment when there is need, as determined by the supervisor, lead, or manager.
• Willingness to help out in other departments when there is need, and as directed by your supervisor, lead, or manager.

• Open and clear communication is key to a successful and comfortable work environment. It is every employee's responsibility to communicate with their supervisor or manager when issues arise within the scope of their task or assignment.  If an employee has questions or is unsure of what is being asked of them, it is the employee's responsibility to ask for clarification. 
• Must maintain a professional attitude at all times.
• Must maintain productivity standards at all times.
• Must maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follows all safety procedures and report safety infractions.
• Participate in the annual physical inventory counts. 
• Housekeeping responsibilities as assigned by Shipping Manager or Supervisors.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Flexibility in a changing work environment.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality is expected.
• Must demonstrate willingness to work in any department in the DC as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Preffer to have a minimum of 6 months to 1 year experience in distribution functions but NOT required
• Basic problem solving skills and organization
• Good verbal and written communications skills
• PC skills

• EMPLOYEE CONDUCT
• It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive work environment through cooperative and professional interactions with co-workers, customers and vendors.

• PHYSICAL AND MENTAL FUNCTIONING REQUIREMENTS
• This position spends the following amounts of time conducting the various physical activities.

Activity                        Over 2/3 of the time    Between1/3 and 2/3    Under 1/3    Not  Applicable

Sit                                                                                                                                            X

Stand                                       X

Use hands                               X

Stoop                                                                                     X

Reach with hands                                                                  X

Hold/work with objects using hands X

Walk                                       X

Talk/hear                                 X

Climb                                                                                                                   X

Lift/carry up to 10lbs              X                                                                        

Lift/carry up to 20lbs                                                           X

Lift/carry up to 50lbs                                                                                            X

Lift/carry up to75lbs                                                                                                                X

Lift/carry up to 100lbs                                                                                                             X

Work near moving mechanical parts X

Work near fumes or airborne particles                                                                  X

Close vision (clear vision 20 inch or less)                         X

Distance Vision(Clear vision 10ft away or more) X

Color Vision (ability to identify color)                                X

Analyze Data                                                                                                         X

Interpret Data                                                                                                         X

Climb Ladders                                                                     X

Our company core values of Truth, Transparency, Teamwork and Trust. Truth - We find unity in our diversity. Transparency - We are honest with each other and ourselves. Teamwork - Together we are better than the sum of our parts. Trust - We are committed to our customers, consumers, suppliers and each other.