Warehouse Associate

** 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.

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* Job Description:

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* ** Full time and Part time positions available*
* ** 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.

** 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

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* ** dditional 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:

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* + 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…