Distribution Associate Urgent Need

Job Summary

The Returns Processor (Distribution Associate) is responsible for providing value to our customer by accurately receiving inspecting and processing returned products. This includes verifying condition updating system data and ensuring all returned materials meet BD standards for safety accuracy documentation and productivity.

Shift 1st Shift Monday through Friday

MondayFriday: 6:00 AM 2:00 PM

Required Overtime: Weekdays & Saturdays

- OT Hours: 4:00 AM 2:00 PM or 5:00 AM 3:00 PM

Pay Rate: $17.00/hr

High School or GED is preferred not required.

Job Responsibilities:(Primary Duties Roles and/or Authorities)

Receive inspect and sort returned products based on condition and company guidelines.

Identify damage defects expiration or discrepancies on returned goods.

Accurately document return reason codes product details and disposition outcomes.

Process returns through RF technology and warehouse management systems.

Repackage re-label and prepare items for restocking quarantine or scrap.

Ensure accurate data entry and follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

Process customer orders including scanning barcodes picking cases and labeling boxes as needed.

Palletize orders by scanning retrieving and placing completed orders on pallets.

Verify accuracy of shipments and perform packaging activities.

May perform dock manifest duties including scanning completed pallets and operating shrink wrap equipment.

May operate the ground/manual manifest station.

Become knowledgeable of other warehouse positions and assist as required.

Perform all work at a high accuracy level; resolve errors following established procedures.

Check and count products for accuracy damage and contamination.

Participate in Lean initiatives.

Identify pallet ID tags and document required information.

Write clearly match numbers and verify correct location codes.

Accurately pick product while bending stooping reaching and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Participate in inventory counts and reconciliation as needed.

Operate all designated material handling equipment safely.

Report all damage to product equipment or company property immediately.

Maintain equipment cleanliness according to maintenance guidelines.

Complete all warehouse and returns activity records accurately and on time.

Review operating goals and daily performance metrics.

Follow all safety standards including 5S and Lean principles.

Maintain clean orderly work areas.

Report injuries hazards and unsafe conditions immediately.

Assist in maintaining warehouse security.

Learn responsibilities of other roles as assigned.

Provide backup support during absences or peak volume periods.

Participate in the daily stretching program.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

Follow Good Documentation Practices at all times.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED preferred.

1 year of relevant experience preferred.

Experience with MHE preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

Ability to obtain an electric pallet jack certification.

Ability to read and interpret distribution documents.

Required to operate MHE and use an RF scanner.

Basic analytical organizational and prioritization skills.

General distribution knowledge.

High school diploma GED or 1 year experience required

Strong verbal communication skills

Ability to multitask and prioritize

Ability to work in a fast-paced distribution environment

Ability to read and interpret distribution documents

Ability to work well with others and under minimal supervision

Ability to perform in a metrics-driven environment

Basic analytical organizational and prioritization skills

General knowledge of distribution operations

May require working near mechanical equipment or in precarious situations

Physical Demands:(if applicable)

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and applicable state and local laws. While performing this job the associate is regularly exposed to episodes of walking standing stooping kneeling balancing crouching reaching pushing/pulling grasping hearing twisting lifting frequent use of hand to finger handle feel pick or type which can include repetitive motion of the wrists hands or fingers. The associate may occasionally be required to climb. The job may require lifting over 50lbs in some areas but not all. Associate must have normal field of vision corrected to 20/40 in each eye and must have sufficient hearing to safely operate MHE Material Handling Equipment in a manufacturing/distribution environment.

Work Environment:(if applicable)

The noise level is moderate to loud. There will almost always be exposure to work near moving mechanical equipment exposure to precarious situations and potential temperature excursions. Occasionally the position will have exposure to fumes/airborne particles.