Warehouse Associate I

Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success.

One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.

Job Description:

Job Summary

The Warehouse Associate strives to exceed customer expectations by ensuring orders are available, accurate, salable and received in a timely manner.  This position will demonstrate order fulfillment task goals are conducted accurately, efficiently and safely, while surpassing customer expectations.

Monday - Friday Work Sch (12pm start time)

Starting Rate: $20.50

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.

Order Filling

- Picks product from fulfillment center stock according to wave pick list and organizes on cart
- Pulls warehouse items from the shelves based on number, size, color, quantity, and quality requirements
- May operate scanners so that the proper order is picked, and inventory is managed accurately

Order Checking

- Verifies that the item picked matches the item on the invoice by comparing manufacturer name, manufacturer item number, and item description
- Verifies quantity of items picked matches item quantity on the invoice
- For time sensitive items, verifies the expiration date on the item is acceptable for shipment to the customer
- Verifies all items listed on the invoice have been picked
- For items that include component(s), such as a pump, verifies that components are included

Packing

- Counts quantity of items and verifies the count to the quantity listed on the invoice
- Matches the ship to address or invoice number on the shipping label with the same information on the invoice
- Selects correct packaging, fill and labels
- Follows regulatory guidelines when packing items with regulatory classification
- May create proper shipping papers for packages containing hazardous materials

Manifests

- For packages not auto-manifested: weighs packages, determines appropriate method of transportation, verifies proper labeling, scans information and applies shipping labels
- For packages auto-manifested: verifies and corrects non-conforming packages

Expeditor

- Processes orders requiring special handling as required by branch personnel, sales staff or end-user

Order Processing

- Fulfill current or new client orders to achieve client customer satisfaction

Additional Functions

In addition to the essential functions listed above, the incumbent may perform the following additional functions.

- Transacting all business in accordance to Patterson Companies business code of ethics and conduct
- Align with Patterson Companies Purpose, Vision and Values statement
- Using assigned warehouse equipment/machinery to perform assigned job
- Meeting/exceeding assigned performance metrics and KPIs
- Helping maintain an organized, clean and safe warehouse
- Handling all hazardous materials, pesticides, and prescription drugs according to the Company’s processes/procedures and all applicable laws and regulations
- Performing all work in accordance with Company Safety guidelines and procedures, with safety and regulatory compliance
- As assigned

Required Qualifications

- High School diploma or GED preferred
- Ability to read, write and count
- Comprehensive problem-solving skills
- Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals

Working Conditions

Material and Equipment Directly Used:

- General warehouse equipment
- General office equipment
- MS Office, Shipping and proprietary inventory management software
- This position may require the ability to train and certify the use of a variety of forklifts: sit down, Cherry picker (mobile elevated working platform) and/or Joey forklift (multipurpose order picker that can elevate an operator and can be driven at height to move from task to task)

Working Environment/Physical Activities:

- Moving 75% of the time
- Frequently grasp, reach, bend and stoop in narrow/confined spaces
- Exposure to dust

Physical Demands:

- Lift and carry up to 55 pounds, team lift 56 to 100 pounds: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity
- Sitting or standing: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity
- Use of hands: Continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity
- Stoop, bend, or crawl: Occasional or frequent moderate physical activity
- Ascend/descend on a ladder. Occasional or frequent moderate physical activity

Travel and On-call

- This position requires no travel per week in a local area
- For this position being on-call is not required

What's In It For You

We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:

- Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program
- 401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays
- Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
- Educational Assistance Program
- Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave
- LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program)
- Patterson Perks Program

The starting hourly rate for this role is 20.50 USD per hour.

EEO Statement

Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.