Warehouse Associate

Position Summary Under the supervision of office management and/or project Associate, the Warehouse Associate supports the company's warehouse operations through receiving, storing, and issuing materials, equipment, and other items from stockroom, warehouse, or storage yard. The Warehouse Associate prepares and maintains records and reports of inventories, price lists, shortages, shipments, expenditures, and materials and equipment used or issued. Principal Accountabilities - This position requires daily, weekly and monthly responsibilities that must be completed in a timely manner.

• Scan and track incoming and outgoing material shipments and equipment.
• Pack and unpack items to be stocked on shelves in stockrooms, warehouses, or storage yards.
• Examine and inspect stock items for wear or defects, reporting any damage to (position title).
• Issue or distribute materials, products, parts, and supplies to customers or coworkers, based on information from incoming requisitions.
• Verify inventory computations by comparing them to physical counts of stock and investigate discrepancies or adjust errors.
• Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Advise customers or internal users on the appropriateness of parts, supplies, or materials requested.
• Confer with engineering, purchasing personnel and vendors regarding stock procurement and availability.
• Prepare products, supplies, equipment, or other items for use by adjusting, repairing or assembling them, as necessary.
• Determine proper storage methods, identification, and stock location, based on turnover, environmental factors, and physical capabilities of facilities.
• Utilize material handling equipment such as forklifts, etc.
• Label stock items, using identification tags, stamps, electric marking tools, or other labeling equipment. Education, Experience, and Job Requirements - This position requires at least the following minimum requirements:
• GED or High School equivalent with 1 year warehouse experience, preferably in a telecommunications warehouse.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and inventory tracking software.
• Must be able to drive and operate a forklift, MUST BE CERTIFIED or have the ability to obtain one prior to employment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license or have the ability to obtain one prior to employment.
• Must be able to perform physical activities such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, tugging, stooping, bending, twisting, crawling and handling of materials.
• Position requires manual dexterity, ability to pick/pinch and work with fingers, repetitive motions of wrists/hands/finger, arm-hand steadiness and a safety-minded individual.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Essential ability to work with others to resolve issues and maintain composure in an environment of changing priorities.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Must be able to follow instructions, respond to management direction and solicit feedback to improve performance.
• Knowledge of all company policies and procedures.

Typical Physical and Mental Demands - The position may require long hours, handle conflicts, and make decisions under pressure and in inclement weather situations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must stand, walk, use hands and fingers to, handle, feel or operate tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must climb a ladder while lifting up to 50 pounds, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear and smell. The employee must have specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Physical Requirements & Working Conditions - The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below 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 Apply online at - www.ablecomm.net We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to building an inclusive workplace in Austin, Texas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Pay:

$22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Forklift Certification (Required)

Work Location:

In person