Warehouse Associate

Purpose Statement

Under the direction of the Supervisor, participates in receiving, storing, picking and shipping activities at the Distribution Center. Charged with performing these tasks while ensuring safety, accuracy and timeliness of all job functions. Assists with the goal of providing extraordinary service to our customers.

Key Accountabilities

Safety / Compliance of the Law

- Maintains the highest regard for safety and housekeeping; Exhibits safe behaviors and actively participates in all safety initiatives.
- Performs duties necessary to package and prepare materials for shipment, in accordance to Federal Regulations. Loads outgoing parts and materials; receives, verifies, stocks and picks products.
- Detects and reports faulty equipment, defective materials, improper operations and unusual conditions to Supervisor.
- Carries out policies, including the Code of Business Ethics, and procedures and works to the performance standards as defined for the location.

Problem Solving / Collaborative Relationships

- Holds self accountable and demonstrates fair & ethical relations with everyone.
- Embraces our Core Values & Supply Chain Operating Principles.

Continuous Improvement / Lean Concepts

- Uses formal and informal tools and techniques to achieve operational excellence and continuous improvement.
- Rearranges warehouse storage racks as needed to obtain maximum and most efficient use of storage space.
- Uses hand carts, manual or driven conveyor, mobile pallet jacks and motorized lift trucks to transport and load parts and materials.
- Maintains a constant focus on Lean fundamentals and continuous learning to improve performance, quality and efficiency of work processes.

Customer Service

- Processes orders accurately, with focus on Right Part, Right Quantity and Saleable Condition.
- Rotates stock to ensure that inventory is maintained and processed as First In, First Out (FIFO).
- Dedicated to customer needs and delivers on commitments.

Fulfillment Center Standardization

- Processes paperwork, checks pulled items for branch and customer shipments and determines packing and shipping procedures.
- Reduces complexity; drives standardization in our data and processes; delivers on customer expectations; eliminates downtime.
- Performs other duties as assigned or directed.

Job Requirements

Qualifications / Education

- Equivalent to a high school degree

Business and/or Functional Skills / Knowledge

- Good communicator, logical thinker.
- Basic computer skills: Excel, Power Point, Access, etc.
- General knowledge or training in shipping, counting and checking product.
- Ability to use material handling equipment: carts, pallet jacks, forklifts etc.
- Requires ability to stand for extended period of time, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
- Possesses a “Can Do” attitude.
- Team player.
- WMS experience a plus.
- Lean background a plus.
- SAP experience a plus.

Experience (years)

- 1-3 years of warehouse or distribution center experience.

Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first.  We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.