Warehouse Associate

Description

Job Summary: This position meets operational key performance indicators and identifies ways to improve efficiency in achieving those goals. Key Highlights: 1. Solid knowledge of warehousing terminology and practices. 2. Operation of powered equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks. 3. Use of RF scanners and warehouse management systems. **Before applying, select your preferred language from the options available in the upper-right corner of this page.** Explore your next opportunity with a Fortune Global 500 organization. Discover innovative possibilities, experience our rewarding culture, and work alongside talented teams that help you grow every day. We know what it takes to take UPS into the future — people with a unique combination of competence and passion. If you possess the qualities and motivation to lead yourself or teams, roles are ready to cultivate your skills and take you to the next level. **Job Description:** **Job Summary** This position meets operational key performance indicators, and identifies ways to improve efficiency at meeting those goals. This position has a solid knowledge of warehousing terminology and practices and works under supervision of Senior Warehouse Associate or Supervisor. **Responsibilities:** Processes returns, prioritizes if necessary, and coordinates with customer service representative. Obtains orders, prioritizes if necessary, and selects products from proper locations. Obtains and properly matches up reprinted orders. Verifies accuracy of orders picked, including product name and size, product code, lot number, expiration date, and quantity. Arranges for pick-up of shipments, contacts carriers for estimated time of arrival, and coordinates schedule. Stages and coordinates outbound shipments. Operates power equipment including, but not limited to, pallet movers, forklifts, reach trucks, and order pickers. Uses RF Scanners to electronically scan barcodes. Enters inventory into warehouse management system, verifies information accuracy, and performs scheduled processes (e.g., billing, reports, issue sheets, etc.) according to SOPs. Conducts physical inventory or cycle counts daily, weekly and/or monthly. Develops physical inventory plans, monitors physical inventories, identifies all OS&D (over stock/shortages/damages), and reports or corrects any errors or discrepancies. Quickly responds to customer/client inquiries, resolves problems, and communicates service issues to supervisor. Compiles daily and monthly client reports. Encourages safe work practices, points out areas where safety training and enforcement is needed, and participates on Comprehensive Health & Safety Program (CHSP) committee. **Qualifications:** High school diploma, GED, or International equivalent — Preferred. Warehouse and forklift experience — Required. Specialized power equipment experience (e.g., reach truck, turret truck) — Preferred. **Employment Type:** Permanent UPS is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.