Inbound Associate III

Inbound Associate III – WAI Global

The individual in this role is accountable for accurately receiving and storing product delivered to the distribution center in a timely manner. Properly unloads, verifies, sorts, labels, and stores product in the distribution center.

• Examine contents and compare with records, such as manifests, invoices, or orders, to verify accuracy of incoming or outgoing shipment.
• Record shipment data, such as weight, charges, space availability, damages, or discrepancies for reporting, accounting, or recordkeeping purposes.
• Confer or correspond with management to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, or nonconformance to specifications.
• Deliver or route materials to departments, using forklift, conveyor, or sorting bins.
• Assist with the receiving and unloading of goods to the receiving dock or proper staging area.
• Verify goods received match purchase order or packing list.
• Operate forklift, hand truck, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment in a professional and safe manner.
• Observe and abide by all company’s policy and safety regulations.
• Receives product deliveries.
• Records and checks quantity and quality of goods received.
• Inspect, accept, or reject inbound shipments.
• Properly input received material into operating system.
• Deliver product to appropriate personnel – insure all pathways are kept clear.
• Participate in a collaborative work environment utilizing effective communication and willingness to cross train to enhance team productivity, versatility, and skill development.
• Comply with comprehensive safety protocols and participate in ongoing training to ensure a secure work environment and maintain a safety‑conscious culture.
• Follow all 5S principles and guidelines daily to optimize workflow, efficiency, and a clean work environment.
• Undertake additional responsibilities and tasks as directed by management.

• Preferred:
  High School Diploma or an equivalent qualification; 1‑2 years’ experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Material Handling Equipment
  
  Experience:
  
  Pallet Jack.
• Demonstrates strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Capable of following instructions and responding to management direction.
• Detail‑oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Exhibits experience working collaboratively in a team environment.
• Has the ability to read and interpret various documents, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Possesses effective verbal and written communication skills.

None

No budget responsibilities.

Does not manage or supervise associates.

This role involves working in a warehouse setting. In the warehouse, standard equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, cameras, and material handling equipment (forklift, reach truck, order picker, etc.) are used.

• Standing – must be able to frequently remain in a stationary position.
• Walking, Reaching and Handling – must be able to frequently move about inside the warehouse to access product and machinery; must stand and walk 60% of time, lift up to 40 lbs. normal, up to 70 lbs. less than 10% of time.
• Seeing – frequently reads various documents and operates computer and other office tools/databases/equipment.
• Talking and Hearing – frequently communicates with colleagues, co‑workers, and customers; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Manual Dexterity – frequently operates a computer and warehouse machinery.

Entry level

Full‑time

Other

Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing