Distribution Center Associate

About The Kendall Group

The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company.

Role Summary

Reporting to the Distribution Center Supervisor, the Distribution Center Associate is responsible for receiving, storing, and distributing different products by performing various duties to help maintain overall efficiency and operation of the Distribution Center. The main responsibility is ensuring that all stock is accounted for, processed, and organized to meet company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing defined Distribution Center activities specific to the receipt, placement into inventory, selection for shipment, and shipment of stock
• Pick orders accurately and promptly
• Pack orders
• Receive inventory accurately and promptly
• Restock inventory in designated storage areas
• Truck loading and unloading according to established procedures
• Operate forklift, hand trucks or other equipment
• Accurately identify and count inventory in assigned areas
• Maintain quality and quantity performance and production standards
• Participate in ongoing general housekeeping of Distribution Center
• Check assigned equipment for proper operation/functionality and report problems to supervision
• Follow safe work habits and established safety procedures
• Participate in safety initiatives as assigned
• Attend meetings and training sessions
• Other Distribution Center tasks as assigned

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Ability to use standard office equipment, including but not limited to computerized bar code scanner, printer, and standard warehouse equipment/tools
• Basic math and reasoning skills
• Excellent work ethic
• Good verbal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and through the direction of a direct Supervisor or Distribution Center Lead
• Ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization
• Know when to request assistance when appropriate, especially when lifting heavy objects
• Ability to see, talk and hear
• Ability to lift, move, and carry up to 50lbs
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, pull, and push during entire work shift
• Ability to climb stair/step ladders up to 16 steps, bend, stoop, crouch and kneel
• Ability to be on your feet for 8 hours a day
• Exposure to temperature conditions prevalent at the time
• Noise level consistent with that of a distribution center

Qualifications

• Service Excellence
• Results, Action Oriented
• Accountability and Responsibility
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Safety Conscious

Qualifications We Prefer But Don’t Require

• Previous experience picking orders with an RF scanner is preferred
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment including forklifts, hand trucks, crane, etc.