Stocking Associate

SUMMARY

Under general supervision and working within a framework of established procedures transports, stores, and distributes products within warehouse by performing the following duties.

EXPECTATIONS IN REGARDS TO BEHAVIORS

The Flinn Scientific Mission, Philosophy and Core Values commits each one of us to build strong relationships with our customers and teammates. These relationships are built upon a foundation of open communication, honesty, integrity, trust and respect. Flinn has adopted 9 Core Values as our defined method for achieving personal growth and success as a team. The Core Values define the behaviors we will use to work with one another and achieve continuous improvement in our roles, as well as in our relationships. We believe that by utilizing the same tools for communication and by each team member committing to practice the Core Values, the culture created will push us forward in our ability to achieve both personal and company goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following and are intended to represent the principal elements of this position. They are not totally inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

Reads replenishment lists to determine items to be restocked.

Operates order picker to retrieve items on the upper levels from the replenishment pickup list.

Conveys materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other departments and locations utilizing a variety of warehouse equipment such as forklift (stand up), order picker, motorized pallet jacks, pallet jacks and hand trucks, carts, etc.

Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to bar code storage system.

Opens boxes, cartons and other containers and examines replenishment stock to verify product matches product on shelf and is properly labeled.

Fills verbal and written requests for materials or other stock items and delivers items as necessary.

Shrink wraps and identifies stock with appropriate product information prior to transferring to overstock storage racks.

Arranges stock in specified sequence for put away by team members and other workers.

Uses hand held computer to accurately record product location and enter storage records.

Maintains inventory in orderly and organized manner.

Performs routine checklist on the forklift on a daily basis.

Understands the stocking department functions in the kit area.

Properly identifies and puts away stock into the overstock locations following the proper procedures.

Properly stores and retrieves cartons as necessary from the record retention area.

Follows all Flinn safety procedures while performing all duties.

Performs other duties both within and outside of department as assigned or requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and six months to one year related experience and/or training.

OTHER COMPETENCIES/SKILLS REQUIRED

Ability to safely operate Stand Up forklift and order picker.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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 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; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Normal warehouse environment with occasional scheduled overtime required during peak work periods.