Distribution Associate
Company: Nature's Way
Location: Green Bay
Posted on: June 24, 2022
Job Description:
Job DescriptionSUMMARY This position is responsible for
processing both internal and external customer orders in a fast
paced environment utilizing Voice Picking, and/or RF Technology
through SAP and Warehouse Management Software. Responsibilities
includes order picking, packing product for shipment to customers,
cycle counting, inventory accuracy, receiving, unloading and
loading of trailers, product put away, replenishments, and
processing customer returns. Some functions and/or locations may
require the safe utilization of the following equipment: both sit
down and stand up forklifts, order pickers, turret and / or lift
trucks. Perform job duties within the established quality control
guidelines of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be
assigned.
- Accurately pick and pack customer orders to meet requirements
and specifications.
- Pick line requires repetitive use of hands.
- Involves picking product order 80% of shift.
- Perform transactions with RF or Voice equipment that are timely
and accurate.
- Lift and stack cases of product onto pallets and secure for
shipment. Requires frequent lifting of 40 and up to 60 pounds.
- Accurately receives and stores materials according to facility
specifications and cGMP requirements.
- Put away and transport materials using various powered material
handling equipment.
- Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
- Perform cycle counts and maintain inventory accuracy.
- Process customer returns per company policy. CORE COMPETENCIES
DISTRIBUTION ASSOCIATE I (0-24 Month Period)
- Must be proficient in two (2) Distribution Zones.
- Complete all established requirements within a 24 month
period.
- Review and begin building knowledge of required SOP guidelines
for position.
- Utilize computer programs that are required for job performance
(i.e. SAP Software).
- Build partnerships through teamwork and communication.
- Completion of all training guide requirements such as SOPs,
work instructions, safety training, cGMP training, etc.DISTRIBUTION
ASSOCIATE II Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level I
- Must be proficient in two (2) Distribution Zones.
- Demonstrate abilities to train other team members.
- Effective and proficient team player that is aware of areas of
opportunity within the assigned area.
- Consistently maintain all job knowledge of required areas.
- Release orders for picking, replenishments, pick zones as
required. DISTRIBUTION ASSOCIATE IIIPrerequisite: Successful
completion of Level II and position availability
- Proficient in a minimum of four (4) Distribution Zones and a
working knowledge of all zones.
- Recognizes opportunities to improve processes to become more
efficient.
- Ability to train and develop team members.
- Builds rapport with team members and networks with other
departments for support.
- Demonstrate coaching and mentoring skills.
- Effective training presentation skills.
- Perform minor preventative maintenance on assigned
machine(s).SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This job does not have
supervisory responsibilities.QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty as
required. The requirements listed are representative of the
knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions. Prior material handling
experience preferred.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school
diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred, and/or a
minimum of 6 months related experience working in a warehouse
and/or distribution environment. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read
and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and
memos, in addition to having effective written and verbal
communications in English to meet training, testing, safety, and
quality requirements.MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtracts,
multiply, and divides in all units of measures using whole numbers,
fractions, and decimals.REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common
sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or
oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few
concrete variables in standardized situations.OTHER SKILLS AND
ABILITIES Use of RF equipment, voice picking equipment, and use of
designated computer or computer programs is required. Ability to
learn SAP, WMS, and TMS. Operating of material handling equipment
will be required for Proficiency Program for the following job
functions within Distribution: Receiving, Tunnel, Replenishment,
Putaway, Picking and Inventory Control. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The
physical demands described here 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.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or
feel. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and
arms, bend, stoop, reaching, bending and twist. The employee is
required to walk and talk or hear. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work
environment characteristics described here are representative of
those an Associate encounters while performing the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. Follow all established safety procedures and use proper
Personal Protective Equipment. The noise level in the work
environment is quite to moderate. Must be able to maintain focus
and complete work. Exposure to moving mechanical parts and fumes or
airborne particles. There is corrugated dust at the Distribution
Center.NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by Associates, and
are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities,
duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and
are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.Powered by
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Keywords: Nature's Way, Green Bay , Distribution Associate, Professions , Green Bay, Wisconsin
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