This is a Monday through Friday, day shift position with hours from 9am - 5:30pm. Purpose:
As a Distribution Center Associate, you will be responsible for a variety of distribution center functions that may include receiving and processing incoming stock and materials, picking and filling orders from stock, packing and shipping orders, and managing, organizing and retrieving stock in the warehouse. Your punctuality, ability to meet production standards, and interpersonal skills are keys to success in this role
What you’ll be doing...
- SUPPORT THE DC by performing the full spectrum of distribution including; filling orders, wrapping and labeling of packages properly, logging package delivery instructions accurately, receiving inbound freight shipments and ensuring accurate counts, stocking products, checking outbound orders for accuracy, stacking and preparing pallets for shipping, researching and processing products returned from customers for credit, preparing hazardous material shipping papers and reports according to DOT guidelines, and other activities.
- MEET ACCURACY AND PRODUCTIVITY GOALS in all assigned tasks.
- PROVIDE AN EXCEPTIONAL CLIENT EXPERIENCE through positive, respectful interactions with clients, manufacturing partners, and other Burkhart associates.
- SUPPORT A SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT by keeping shelves, pallet area, and work stations neat and clean. Sweep, dust and mop.
- CONTRIBUTES TO BURKHART’S SUCCESS by modeling the Burkhart culture to clients and team members, accepting new assignments, helping team members, learning new skills, and striving to improve team results.
What you’ll need…
- Well-developed decision making and task prioritization skills and abilities.
- Ability to type accurately at 40 words per minute.
- Efficiently operate computer programs that include Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Familiar with RF Scanners and other data entry hardware.
- Ability to learn warehouse management system.
- Certified or ability to become certified to operate forklift, stock picker, WAV picker, pallet jack, and other product moving equipment. Ability to build positive working and professional relationships at all levels and across.
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
- 1-2 years previous warehouse experience.
Some of the perks you’ll receive…
- Competitive salary plus quarterly incentive program.
- Monday – Friday schedule – no weekends!
- Generous PTO Program, Paid Sick Leave, 8 paid holidays, and an anniversary day to celebrate your work anniversary.
- In addition to providing free Dental insurance to our associates (of course!), Burkhart offers two affordable medical plans (plus a medical plan for your canine & feline family members), health savings accounts, healthcare flexible spending accounts, a 401k retirement plan, and a free employee assistance program.
- Free Wellness program including gift card incentives for completing wellness activities, company-wide events (like Fresh Fruit Fridays), and Principal’s financial wellness program.
- Recognition for exceptional performance, anniversary milestone rewards, and various recognition programs.
Salary Info:
- Our hiring in range for Tacoma DC Associates is $20.00 - $20.00.
- Company wide range for all DC Associates is: $20.00 - $25.71.
Please visit our website: https://www.burkhartdental.com/career-opportunities
Burkhart is an EEO/AAP Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor
At Burkhart Dental Supply, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment allows us to better serve our customers and our associates. Through varying backgrounds, points of view, and experiences, we come together to provide products and services of the highest quality, reliability, and integrity across a diverse spectrum of customers. We believe that what each person brings to the table, as we stand shoulder to shoulder with those we serve, will allow us to do great things for our community.
