Warehouse Associate

Position: Warehouse Associate

Location: Hauppauge, NY

Pay rate: $18.50/hr on w2

Duration: 4months(May get extended)

Shift: 2nd shift

Job Summary:
Performs the physical and/or administrative tasks involved in the shipping, receiving, storing, distributing and order fulfillment of merchandise, products, materials, parts, supplies and equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs quality checks on outbound and inbound shipments.
Performs outbound staging and packing in accordance with site policies.
Executes ERP system transactions on outbound and inbound shipments.
Updates FMS for parcel and freight shipments.
Learn to use handheld RF scanners and Warehouse Management System to fulfill orders.
Maintains inventory accuracy.
Handles and controls hazardous material on both inbound and outbound.
Complies with 5S safety, housekeeping practices, and regulations.
Completes all required safety training and follows protocol in all risk situations.
Uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) appropriate to tasks at hand.
Lifts up to 75 pounds unassisted.
Certification on powered industrial trucks including work assist vehicle (WAV), off the ground order picker (up to 35' off the ground), reach truck, dock stocker and powered pallet jacks.
Creates repair RMA's, manages receiving and shipment issues within repair systems.
Develops familiarity with a subset of products, processes, operational metrics and software tools; learns and follows basic work instructions for functional assignments according to productivity and quality standards
Provides input geared towards continuous improvement, work instruction documentation, and standardization of processes.
Resolves a variety of basic problems of limited complexity under direct supervision and performs rudimentary analysis involving a limited number of factors.
Performs activities to evaluate and maintain equipment.
Creates expense orders for internal repair consumption.
Full knowledge of ISO requirements and demonstrated ability to ensure compliance with external auditors.
Performs other duties as assigned
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, abilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.


Job Requirements:
Minimum Education:
o High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required
Minimum Work Experience (years):
o ? 1 year of experience
Key Skills and Competencies:
o Effective communication skills
o Basic computer literacy, with knowledge of Microsoft Office
o Proficient understanding of the use of a desktop
o Basic math skills, can read a ruler
o Fundamental reading and writing skills required
Licenses/Certifications, special qualifications:
o None
Equivalencies:
o None


Position Specific Information:
Travel Requirements (as a % of time): None
Able to telework? Yes/no if yes, % of time and expectations while teleworking: No
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Required (safety glasses, steel-toed boots, gloves, etc.): Yes
U.S. Only Frequency Definitions for Physical Activities, Environmental Conditions and Physical Demands:
Never 0%
Occasionally - 0-20 times per shift or up to 33% of the time
Frequently - 20-100 times per shift or 33-66% of the time
Constantly - Over 100 times per shift or 66-100% of the time

Physical Activities (U.S. only):
Select the frequency for each item on the below list (never, occasionally, frequently, constantly).
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like. (Never)
Working from heights such as roofs, ladders, or powered lifts. (Frequently)
Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including awkward or tight and confined spaces. (Constantly)
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. (Frequently)
Stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling. (Frequently)
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. (Frequently)
Adjusting or moving objects up to 75 pounds in all directions. (Constantly)
Communicating with others to exchange information. (Constantly)
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. (Constantly)
Operating machinery and/or power tools. (Occasionally)
Operating motor vehicles, industrial vehicles, or heavy equipment. (Frequently)
Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned. (Constantly)
Environmental Conditions (U.S. only):
Select the frequency for each item on the below list (never, occasionally, frequently, constantly).
Exposure to extreme temperatures (high or low). (Never)
Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. (Occasionally)
Noisy environments. (Occasionally)
Other hazardous conditions such as vibration, uneven ground surfaces, or dust & fumes. (Occasionally)
Small and/or enclosed spaces. (Occasionally)
No adverse environmental conditions expected. (Occasionally)
Physical Demands (U.S. only): (Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.) Must be able to see color. (Yes)