Associate Distribution Job Description
Associate distribution
provides guidance on quality standards and health and safety standards and ensure that high standards are maintained and continuously improved.
Associate Distribution Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective associate distribution job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included associate distribution job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Sorts, packages and processes/ships branch and outgoing first class mail accurately, additional miscellaneous express shipments
Processes invoices for payment and approval
Safely loads/unloads, hauls and delivers pallets of paper and other supplies including PCs to various departments
Practices proper lifting techniques and safety procedures
Tasks closely governed by policies and procedures
The Distribution Center Associate has overall responsibility to work productively in the area of the Distribution Center, as the Director of Distribution Centers, Logistics and Facilities best sees fit for daily operation
Performs standard duties and tasks, resolving questions and problems
Sorts, packages and processes/ships branch and outgoing first class mail neatly and accurately, miscellaneous express shipments
Operates company vehicles safely and in accordance to local/state laws
5% - Will oversees and efficiently run the department in the absence of a supervisor
Associate Distribution Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Associate Distribution
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: DOT, IATA, WHMIS, ISO, MHE, HAZMAT, CDL
Education for Associate Distribution
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the associate distribution job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as High School and Bachelor's Degree in General Education, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Science, Design, Electrical Engineering, Education, Supervision, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering
Skills for Associate Distribution
Desired skills for associate distribution include:
Client Standards
NESC Standards
PUC Standards
Subject matter
Technical field/area of specialization
NESC Standards and Client Standards
Applicable PC-based and mainframe applications
Books
Classes
Construction and material standards
Desired experience for associate distribution includes:
Must properly load the assigned vehicle prior to departing for a scheduled or unscheduled route, and properly unload the assigned vehicle upon returning from a scheduled or unscheduled route
Must abide by all Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations and ensure all required documentation is with the vehicle (proof of insurance, fuel card, vehicle registration)
Must ensure proper delivery of product(s) that have been ordered by the customer
Must have highly proficient computer skills, ideally with experience using SAP, Oracle or some ERP, Warehouse Management System
The ability to operate powered material and handling equipment
Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in adaptability, change management, customer service, interpersonal relations, oral communication, problem solving, teamwork, written communication, organizational skills, time management, self-motivated, detailorientation, and prioritize
Associate Distribution Examples
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Associate Distribution Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking for an associate distribution. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for associate distribution
- Prepare miscellaneous orders for shipment
- Follow safety procedures/regulations, wear required personal protective equipment at all times, and keep work area clean at all times per SOP’s
- Understand and follow appropriate regulations (DOT, HazMat, FDA, ) pertaining to the storage and movement of chemical products
- Perform salvage/recoup activities per SOP’s as directed
- Insure the integrity of the inventory within the plant warehouse by performing daily tasks accurately per SOP’s
- All duties that are assigned
- Projects that may be assigned
- Effective and efficient shipping and receiving of orders, including LTL’s, TL’s, small packages and pick pack of accessories, with a dedication to customer satisfaction
- Use radio frequency equipment or picking, receiving, and storing functions as required
- General warehouse functions including participation in physical inventories, performing labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing and repacking as needed, and cleaning truck bays as requested
Qualifications for associate distribution
- Forklift certification or ability to be certified
- Hazardous Material safety training
- Previous experience in the warehousing industry
- 3+ Years of Warehouse/Distribution experience
- Very technology savvy in the Microsoft Office Suite
- Drive for results and accountability
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Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of associate distribution. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for associate distribution
- Follow prioritized assignments, providing customer service support and ensure the completion of order fulfillment (picking, packing, manifesting), maintain inventory through putaway, breakdowns, replenishment, and cycle count in a timely manner, meeting or exceeding productivity and quality standards
- Cabinet building- perform physical picking, receiving, building, packing, and shipping of fitset kits according to SOPs and as prioritized
- Work area cleaning -Clean assigned work area on a daily basis including sweeping, dusting, trash/box disposal, general straightening
- Error Review- as necessary, perform review and correction of unfulfilled orders having discrepancies to record and assign any errors
- Team Leader/Alternate- occasionally serve as a volunteer leader to perform such roles as assessing daily workloads, make daily assignments, coordinate rotations, conduct team meetings, and devise team time
- Maintain training up-to date and compliant with all site and Quality requirements specific to the job
- Perform a variety of repetitive and routine duties as assigned to fulfill order requirements to the customer (picking units, transporting, loading, unloading)
- Receiving, storing, pick, pack and ship all stock accurately with a hand helf scanner
- Use equipment such as powered material handling equipment, hand and powered banders, computer terminals and manifesting systems, stretch wrap and shrink-wrap machines
- Loading and unloading freight using hand pallet jacks
Qualifications for associate distribution
- Minimum of 1 year previous experience in a warehouse/distribution facility
- Strong communication, interpersonal and math skills, with a high degree of attention to detail and efficiency
- Some overtime and weekend work may be required
- Ability to leverage appropriate technology in an effective manner, , pick-to-voice, computer, scanner, Associate kiosks
- Ability to operate equipment in a safe and controlled manner, , box erector, tape machine, Taylor Dunn, pallet jack and walkie-rider
- Ability to leverage appropriate technology in an effective manner in performance of the function, , pick-to-voice, computer, scanner, Associate Kiosks
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Associate Distribution Job Description
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Our company is looking to fill the role of associate distribution. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for associate distribution
- Processes customer orders by picking stock from pick locations, visually verifying stock number and quantity against the information displayed on the handheld RF scanner
- Packing stock into shipping cartons
- Perform replenishments as needed using wireless scan gun
- Count and receive all incoming product, materials and supplies against purchase orders and report discrepancies such as shortages or damage to Supervisor
- Complete NCR (Non Conformance Report) reports, as needed
- Invoicing/manifesting of shipments according to pre-established carriers and freight rates, utilizing various online shipping systems
- Process items for outsourced processes, Ship To Vendor requests
- Custom label dealer orders, as required
- Hazmat identification and domestic shipping requirements
- Handle routine communications with internal customers and freight carriers/agents
Qualifications for associate distribution
- Warehouse management system (WMS) and radio frequency (RF) device experience preferred
- Keen client service mentality
- Crossed trained and proficient in execution in Receiving, Shipping, and Warehousing and participate in and rotate appropriately On Call Program for emergency response to the facility
- Pull, pack and scan orders for customers
- Processing materials from purchase order receipts
- Maintain IATA/DOT certification and complete required documentation
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of associate distribution. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for associate distribution
- Retrieve product from the loading dock, delivery and stock them on each assigned area
- Restock emergency medical carts
- Stocking - Restocks shelves to maintain adequate supply for distribution
- Receipts - Verifies/signs for incoming supplies and records receipt appropriately
- Packages - All outgoing packages are securely and neatly packaged in accordance with all shipping requirements
- Fill Requests - Fills requests for supplies and inputs issues
- Delivers/directs orders to departments - All orders are delivered to proper departments the same day they are received
- Stock Rotation - Inventory is rotated appropriately in all par replenished areas (oldest date to front)
- Communications - Communicate/interface with hospital personnel and others in a courteous/friendly manner
- Par Storage Shelf Maintenance - Shelves and bins are cleaned, free of cardboard, and EVS is notified if floors need cleaning
Qualifications for associate distribution
- Operate material handling equipment (certification required within 90 days of employment)
- Experience in a high volume distribution environment preferred
- Must be able to read, understand and follow the production schedule and Standard Operating Procedures
- Must understand the importance of Good Manufacturing Practices
- Must be able to manage time and maintaining regular attendance is mandatory
- Written and oral communication to include accurate and legible documentation skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, team oriented, independent work skills and a strong work ethic
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Our company is looking to fill the role of associate distribution. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for associate distribution
- Receives product and places it in storage locations
- Accurately picks orders to fulfill customers order requirements
- Includes applying special labeling to customers’ orders and securely stretch-wrapping freight onto pallet, along with order checking when needed
- Moves product from warehouse locations and delivers to various internal/external customers
- Maintains warehouse cleanliness and organization
- Receives and unloads products from trailers, sorts product, and distributes to appropriate location within the Distribution Center
- Stocks shelves / racking in storage or active locations
- Picks products to fill customer orders
- Packs, verifies, and loads finished product for shipping
- Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition while following prescribed safety regulations
Qualifications for associate distribution
- Working with ERP and WMS systems preferable
- Must be able to count accurately, amidst noise and other distractions
- Ability to opporate a Electric jack or fork lift
- Ability to operate electric jack and/or fork lift desiredMust be able to lift 25 -50 lbs
- Proficiency in Auto-CAD, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, ) required
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering required