Warehouse Associate in Warren, Michigan at WRIGHT TOOL COMPANY LLC

COMPANY OVERVIEW

A recognized industry leader trusted by the United States government for over 75 years. With an impeccable reputation and dedication to delivering quality, WTC is a single integrated solutions provider, bringing equipment, parts, and service together to provide comprehensive solutions to all industries and government institutions and service trades.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Warehouse Associate performs the full range of functions within our distribution center, supporting the receiving, put-away, inventory control, order picking, packing, and shipping of tools, equipment, and parts. Depending on business needs and assignment, a Warehouse Associate may be assigned to receiving, inventory and replenishment, picking, packing (including operation of the Box on Demand system), or shipping duties, ensuring that materials move efficiently and accurately from intake through outbound delivery.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
In order to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties outlined below. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

General Warehouse Duties

· Conveys materials and items between receiving, storage, production, and shipping areas

· Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or bins according to a predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code

· Uses a computer or scan gun to enter and update inventory and order records

· Operates forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment as needed

· Carries out tasks assigned by the warehouse supervisor or upper management

· Adheres to all company safety policies and procedures

· Performs other related duties as assigned

Receiving

· Unloads, inspects, and verifies incoming shipments against packing lists and purchase orders

· Ensures all received items are damage-free and meet quality standards

· Labels and organizes received goods in designated storage locations

· Communicates discrepancies, damages, or missing items to the Warehouse Supervisor or Inventory Control team

Inventory, Put-Away, and Special Projects

· Receives, puts away, and stocks cartons and palletized products daily

· Ensures accurate placement of inventory in designated bin locations for real-time inventory control

· Replenishes pick locations by transferring inventory from overflow to primary picking areas

· Conducts cycle counts, verifies inventory accuracy, and investigates and corrects discrepancies

· Monitors expiration dates on date-sensitive products and coordinates removal or transfer

· Assists with special warehouse projects such as stock consolidation and space optimization

Picking

· Retrieves tools and equipment according to order specifications, ensuring accuracy in order fulfillment

· Assembles customer orders from stock and conveys them to the packing or shipping station

· Verifies accurate inventory counts both on shelves and in the system

Packing and Box on Demand (BOD)

· Operates the Box on Demand (BOD) machine to create custom-sized boxes for shipment

· Ensures accurate box dimensions based on order specifications and inspects finished boxes for quality and durability

· Maintains a steady supply of materials for the BOD machine and performs routine maintenance and troubleshooting

· Prepares parcels for mailing and works with the packing team to optimize packaging efficiency

Shipping

· Verifies shipping documentation, including invoices, packing lists, and labels, for accuracy

· Ensures all outgoing shipments are properly packaged, damage-free, and compliant with carrier requirements

· Processes shipments via FedEx, UPS, and common carriers, following specific shipping instructions

· Operates shipping software and warehouse management systems to update order status

· Organizes and stages shipments to optimize warehouse space and workflow

COMPETENCIES

· Attention to detail

· Dependability

· Decision making

· Problem solving

· Punctuality

· Professionalism

· Quality focused

· Adaptability

· Initiative

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· High School Diploma or GED required

· Previous experience in a distribution or warehouse setting is preferred; two or more years is preferred for shipping or receiving assignments

· Previous scan gun experience is required

· Previous experience with an ERP system is preferred

· Previous experience with a Warehouse Management System (WMS) is preferred

· Familiarity with ISO 9001 is preferred

· Previous knowledge of FedEx and/or UPS shipping is preferred

· Forklift certification is preferred

· Hazmat/dangerous goods certification is preferred

· OSHA 10-hour certification is preferred

COMPUTER SKILLS

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) is required

· Experience operating a scan gun or handheld inventory device is required

· Experience with ERP and/or Warehouse Management System (WMS) software is preferred

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, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate equipment and controls; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may be required to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a warehouse and distribution center environment. This role routinely uses standard warehouse equipment, including scan guns, pallet jacks, forklifts, and packaging/box-forming machinery. The employee may be exposed to varying temperatures, noise from equipment, and a fast-paced, physically active environment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Wright Tool Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.

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The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.