At VGM, we live by a common set of values that we call our power of one principles. We give our employees the freedom and resources they need, backed by our culture of collaboration and diverse thought, to continue innovating and advancing our services - if you want to be empowered to make a difference, you will love it here. Click to view more about VGM! VGM Fulfillment is national leader is CPAP machine and resupply order fulfillment. As an employee-owned company, every person at VGM has a personal stake in seeing business succeed. We do this by taking responsibility from our customers for the key operations of order fulfillment: picking, packing, shipping, and inventory management. Our network of fulfillment centers is strategically located throughout the United States providing coverage to all 50 states. This role needs to be present onsite at our warehouse location in Waterloo, IA.Specialty Picking Associate SummaryThis role will be highly involved in the daily operational functions. The position of Specialty Associate is responsible for fulfilling specific specialty orders via a handheld scanner. You will be expected to pick orders with promptness and accuracy, to guarantee that our customer satisfaction is second to none. This will require a team-player mentality, and you will also be committed to maintaining a safe and positive work environment. Working Location: Waterloo WarehouseWorking Hours: Full-Time/Semi Full-Time, 8:00am - 4:30pmSpecialty Picking Associate Responsibilities
- Be able to process and print your own orders
- Responsible for efficiently picking specialty item orders
- Ensuring accuracy during the picking process
- Report any order discrepancies or issues to management
- Responsible for shipping your orders in a timely fashion
- Handle errors that are found at the shipping station
- Schedule freights for pallet orders
- Be available to come in early and stay late as needed to provide adequate support to the business.
- Maintain a positive and professional attitude while working with others of varying backgrounds.
- Set a positive example through personal attendance and time management.
- Be willing and adapt to change in a fast-paced environment to support business objectives.
- Work cooperatively in a team environment to achieve business goals and growth opportunities
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee maybe required to assist with other departmental functions upon request.
- Embody the VGM Power of One Principles
Specialty Picking Associate Qualifications:
- Ability to multitask and prioritize
- Capable of working overtime if needed including extra hours during the week and some Saturday mornings.
Physical Requirements
- Standing and walking throughout the facility for extended periods of time
- Visual abilities to include reading, distance vision and peripheral vision
VGM Values Our values drive how we work and who we hire. You will see these values ingrained in how we support our customers and work with team members in the work environment we've created.
- MAKE A DIFFERENCE: Impact our customers by making their lives better or easier. Help our friends and neighbors in need by giving back to the community.
- FIND THE FUN IN YOUR DAY: We can't have fun without you. Connect with your colleagues, find enjoyment in your work, and don't forget to laugh.
- PROTECT OUR COMPANY: Embrace the benefits that technology provides but always be proactive in looking for cyber security or other threats.
- PROVIDE MEANINGFUL, MEMORABLE SERVICE: By cherishing our customers and providing excellent service, you make a direct impact in growing VGM and our ESOP.
- WELCOME CHANGE: Stay curious and engage in change. Look at the future by finding areas to improve and be open to new ideas. Inclusion: Support a diverse community where we all belong.
- CHEER EACH OTHER ON: Root for your fellow employee owners. Support them if they're having trouble and celebrate their successes.
- OWN YOUR OWNERSHIP: Take pride in your employee ownership. Always put your best foot forward and work with purpose.
- CREATE YOUR FUTURE: Your future is in your hands. Every employee has equal opportunity to learn, grow, and advance.
At VGM, you'll enjoy:
- Compensation: Highly competitive wage.
- Company Ownership: VGM is 100% employee-owned, meaning employees can earn an annual gift of VGM stock equaling a portion of what you make.
- Fantastic Benefits: 401k and ROTH 401k with up to 3% company match, Health Benefits, HSA options - single to family, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-Term Disability, Term Life and Voluntary Life Insurance and a physician network where you reside.
- Casual Dress: VGM has a casual work environment, we call it dress for your day.
- Involvement: Ability to participate in Employee Get Connected Groups, (VGM Young Professionals, Garden Club, Women in Leadership) Volunteering, Companywide celebrations, and more.
- Work-life Balance: Paid Holidays with the Holiday of your Choice benefit, Paid maternity and Paternity leave, Foster and Adoption Assistance.
- Health and Wellness: Free Walk-in Clinic to all employees & family members regardless of carrying VGM Insurance and 24/7 on-site fitness center and free fitness classes* [All in Waterloo]
This job description reflects the general duties of the job but is not a detailed description of all duties which may be inherent to the position. Related additional duties may be assigned to the individual Associate. VGM Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.