DMA Warehouse Associate

$18-$18.50/hr
Monday - Friday 
1st shift 7a-3:30p
1st shift 8a-4:30p

Position Overview:
The DC Fulfillment Center Warehouse Associate is responsible for performing various/different work tasks or duties in support of successfully processing customer orders correctly and on time.  Reports to specific Work Team Area Supervisor or overall Management within the distribution center.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs Material Handling, including but not limited to: receiving, unloading, stocking shelves and performing inventory cycle counts), order picking, packing and shipping using modern and sophisticated distribution methods and work processes
• Checking quality standards of product
• Re-boxing product to improve or match quality standards
• Performs work outside of normal work area if requested
• Performs work tasks in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) while ensuring the work is done within the required performance metrics and to the expected level of quality 
• Will be expected to cross training activities that promotes a flexible work force capable of shifting to different work areas to meet the labor demands  
• Tracks and records daily work performance achievements within the Labor Tracker Metrics System  
• Participates in any training on continuous improvement initiatives guided towards achieving higher levels of efficiency
• Observes and complies with company established rules and policies that ensure a safe and productive work environment for everyone
• Maintains a clean and safe workplace by ensuring compliance standards are met and PPE is always adhered to  
• Operates all powered Industrial trucks and equipment in a manner that ensures the safety of the operator and that of others working in and around the same areas  
• Understands the importance of an acceptable attendance record and makes best efforts to limit their impacts and disruptions to the operations due to excessive absence and/or lateness 
• Perform additional duties/other work as assigned on a day to day basis

• Work within a modern DC Fulfillment warehouse facility utilizing various styles and types of equipment and technology to ensure efficient, accurate and timely processing of customer orders
• Will be utilizing a high level of automation and mechanized material handling equipment
• Will adhere to the company standard of quality, safety and accuracy over speed
• Physical requirements - Significant standing, walking through the warehouse, and consistent lifting (up to 50 lbs.) of products is required. Use of carton knifes, taping equipment, automated strappers, pallet wrappers, carts, and various other small hand tools. 

Educational/Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Minimum one to three years direct Warehouse experience in a fast-paced Manufacturing or Distribution environment where small parcel and LTL/LT customer order processing occurs
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Computer and technology usage skills required
• Familiarity with distribution software systems, highly preferred
• Strong communication, both written and verbal with equally strong interpersonal skills require
• Mechanical aptitude and a general understanding of automotive parts, a plus       

Other:

• Incumbent work hours/schedule and/or shift are subject to change based on business needs and Management discretion
• Employee is granted two fifteen-minute paid breaks but not approved to leave company premises during breaks
• Other duties may be assigned as business necessitates
• Company has a “Zero Tolerance” policy regarding insubordination and/or refusal to carry out work as directed.  This can result in immediate separation of employment
• Complies with Dress Code of covered shoes at all times and sleeved shirts, shorts that are not inappropriate, no miniskirts.  Long hair must be pulled back or under a hat 

Language Skills: Ability to read and write in English.  Ability to effectively articulate and present information and respond to questions from Management in a professional manner.
 
Physical Demands and Work Environment:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations within ADA guidelines that do not cause Company excessive expenditure(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have manual dexterity and written, verbal & auditory skills.  The employee is regularly required to stand, walk and sit during the workday.  The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Any additional weight to be lifted should only be accomplished with assistance.  Specific vision abilities required by this job are close vision and distance vision.  The employee is expected to handle occasional high stress projects/situations as needed due to work to be accomplished, deadlines to meet, etc.  Employee must be able to accommodate the requirement of public transportation of any type, in role, to get to/from employment/other offices in a timely manner, as scheduled.  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the daily work environment is usually moderate and could possibly change during the business day.

Job descriptions are used for informational purposes only, are not to be considered all-inclusive of responsibilities within a position and may change periodically with or without notice.  In addition, we reserve the right to add, delete, change duties, formally or informally, verbally or in writing, at any time for any position. Job descriptions does not alter the “at-well” policy of the Company meaning that the Employee or the Company can separate employment at any time, for any reason, with or without cause. The provisions in the job description do not constitute a “contract of employment” with Employee or anyone else for any fixed period of time, either expressly or by implication.  The Company subscribes to the tenets of Federal laws, Regulations and Executive Orders and the laws of the States and Municipalities in which we conduct business regarding Equal Employment Opportunity.  We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified people from the available work force in the communities we serve.  It is our policy in all personnel actions, including recruiting, hiring, training, promoting, and compensating, to ensure that Employee and potential Employees are evaluated on the basis of qualifications and ability, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, service in the United States Armed Forces, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.  We recognize that our workforce and clientele are comprised of a diverse blend of people with different backgrounds and perspectives and we value and promote diversity.