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Distribution Center Generalist
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What they do
A Shipping or Receiving Clerk tracks all incoming and/or outgoing shipments at a company facility and checks that shipment orders are filled correctly. Uses scanning equipment to track inventory. Works in receiving to check shipments that are primarily production materials or company supplies, or checks outgoing shipments of finished products.
$37,420 / year median in Georgia
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Distribution Center Generalist Almo United States, Georgia, Morrow 7139 Southlake Parkway (Show on map) Sep 02, 2026
Position Summary:
The Generalist is responsible for picking customer orders and packing them in a manner that meets company standards for efficiency, safe and damage-free handling and productivity. There are two levels of this position based on complexity of work Generalist and Senior Generalist. What you will do in this role: Pick merchandise from the distribution center aisles that does not need to be manipulated by forklift or clamp truck
Receive merchandise for return or delivery and verify its contents
Count and stock merchandise based on inventory control log
Identify damaged, lost or missing merchandise and notify supervisor immediately
Pack orders in an orderly manner and prepare boxes for shipping
Treat merchandise with care and concern at all times
Train and support new hires as they are onboarded Senior Generalist will operate a cherry picker and will often play a key role in coordinating workflow within a particular segment of the Distribution Center operations What we look for in a candidate: High School diploma or equivalent
Good math, language and reading skills
High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others; promote a safe work environment
Follow detailed instructions for picking and packing operations and keeping records
Execute assignments in an accurate, timely and safe manner
Maintain a clean & safe environment
Additional skills, knowledge, and abilities: Capable of sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time.
Able to push and move boxes up to 50lbs Almo is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.