Warehouse Inventory Control Associate Jobs in Portland, OR

3:00pm–8:30pm/Sunday-Thursday

Our supply chain team is dedicated to meeting our customers’ needs both now and in the future. By pairing innovative technology with dynamic employees, we create smarter, more efficient ways to meet our customers’ needs faster. Our network of distribution, fulfillment, fleet, furniture installation and professional teams work together in fun and safe environments to deliver state-of-the-art products, services, and expertise to our customers.

What you’ll be doing: 

As a warehouse associate you may work in one of the following two areas:

Warehouse Inventory Control: You will review inventory of product, reconcile inventory discrepancies, identify delivery shortages, and maintain inventory records to minimize discrepancies. You will be operating material handling equipment such as forklifts, cherry pickers, turrets, or electric pallet jacks to move product within the warehouse while adhering to safety procedures.

Warehouse Clerk: You will confirm accuracy of product and work with colleagues to address discrepancies and damages.  You will communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external contacts to clarify and resolve issues. You will be operating material handling equipment such as forklifts, cherry pickers, turrets, or electric pallet jacks to move product within the warehouse while adhering to safety procedures.

Please note, as an SC3 associate you may be moved into any of the above roles, or SC1 or SC2 roles, as needed.

You will be essential to the success of Staples Supply Chain as we deliver to our customers.

Safety is our utmost priority so, in this role, we will look to you to ensure safe work practices and embrace our safety culture.

What you bring to the table:

• An ability to perform and understand warehouse operations.
• An ability to work independently, demonstrate analytical thinking including mathematic skills and the ability to solve problems.
• An ability to work on a computer using Windows including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel and ability to learn/understand WMS systems.
• An ability to communicate and collaborate with all members of the team, at all levels to ensure successful customer outcomes.
• An inclusive approach with your colleagues and customers to forge strong relationships and foster collaboration to resolve issues.
• An ability and a willingness to perform basic housekeeping in assigned areas of warehouse.
• An ability to adopt our safety procedures quickly and ensure safe work practices.
• An ability to be trained and Material Handling Equipment certified to operate power material handling equipment, i.e. Forklift, Electric Pallet Jack, etc.
• Basic English language skills (both verbal and written communications).

What’s needed- Basic Qualifications: 

• Ability to pass a drug screen to the extent permissible legally.
• If you are hired as a Full-Time associate, you must have the ability to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift; additional overtime hours will be required based on business need. 
• Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet or more as needed. 
• An ability to lift, push or pull boxes/merchandise weighing between 70 pounds and 100 pounds by hand.
• Must wear safety composite work shoes.
• Ability to walk and stand 100% of the time. 
• Must be at least 18 years old. 

What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications: 

• 1+ year of related experience in a warehouse environment; including MHE experience, ability to become certified (i.e. Driving forklift, cherry picker, turret, or Electric Pallet Jack), and Inventory Control. 
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience. 

We Offer:  

• Competitive Pay: $24.50/hour (includes $1.25/hour Shift Differential)
• Receive a pair of work shoes after 60 days. 
• Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups. 
• Staples offers both Full-Time and Part-Time benefits. Some Full-Time benefits include: 112 Hours of PTO and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays + 1 floating holiday), Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more! 

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

At Staples, “inclusion” is an action word. It represents what we do to ensure that all employees feel valued and supported to contribute to their fullest potential. When we operate inclusively, diversity naturally follows. This is why we work hard to foster an inclusive culture, as we seek employees with unique and varied perspectives and areas of expertise. The result is a better workplace and innovative thinking that helps us exceed our customers’ expectations – through the power of the people behind our iconic brand. Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.