Location: Lancaster,PA, USA
**Warehouse Associate Inventory I**
**Primary Location** Mount Joy, Pennsylvania **Job ID** R100731 **Job Summary**
The Warehouse Inventory Control follows team guidelines for management and control of product inventory. Performs a variety of functions to include cycle counts, inventory adjustment, replenishments and resolves overstock and damages issues.
**Essential Functions**
To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.
Inventory Control
* Using computer system-generated reports, cycle counts products in the fulfillment center;
* Using various computer system-generated reports, audits product locations to verify item, count and expiration dating accuracy;
* Identifies and corrects inventory errors;
* Sets up new, and adjusts existing, storage locations;
* Investigates inventory discrepancies, and makes appropriate adjustments to inventory in the computer system;
* For customer invoice item where inventory is not available, investigates the error and edits the invoice to remove the item;
* Alerts the Supervisor to product non-conformances (new packaging, wrong count, product damage, shortages, etc.).
* Detail regarding these essential functions is provided in inventory work instructions.
* Keeps the fulfillment center aisles clear and maintains integrity of storage locations;
* Ensures regulatory compliance for the facility as it relates to DEA, OSHA, FDA, EPA, BoP, local/state compliance agencies
Replenishment
* Assesses replenished pick location for proper restock settings in the computer system;
* Matches product transferred to pick location label for accuracy;
* Cycle counts locations to verify on-hand quantities match reports;
Overstock and Damages
* Updates overstock location placards or labels to reflect quantity changes;
* Communicates with vendors, PLSI Liaison, and procurement to resolve vendor discrepancy issues.
* Communicates with vendor returns team to obtain return POs to vendors
* Updates warehouse management system with status notes on PO issues
* Monitors status and timelines of discrepancies to ensure prompt resolution
* Determines disposition of damaged product to company approved charity
* Alerts the Supervisor to product non-conformances (new packaging, wrong count, product damage, shortages, etc.)
Returns
* Processes returned merchandise from customers or vendors from start to finish
* Work with Sales Reps on customer returns to ensure processing is properly completed
* Work with Sales Managers and Vendor Returns Department to ensure reimbursements from vendor when needed
**Additional Functions**
In addition to the essential functions listed above, the incumbent may perform the following additional functions.
* Transacting all business in accordance to Patterson Companies business code of ethics and conduct.
* Align with Patterson Companies Purpose, Vision and Values statement.
* Using assigned warehouse equipment/machinery to perform assigned job.
* Meeting/exceeding assigned performance metrics and KPIs.
* Helping maintain an organized, clean and safe warehouse.
* Handling all hazardous materials, pesticides, and prescription drugs according to the Companys processes/procedures and all applicable laws and regulations.
* Performing all work in accordance with Company Safety guidelines and procedures, with safety and regulatory compliance.
* As assigned.
**Job Qualifications**
**Required Qualifications**
* High School diploma or GED preferred
* Proficient and accurate PC/keyboarding skills. Familiar with MS Office Productivity Suite (Excel, Word) and email
* Ability to read, write and count
* Comprehensive problem-solving skills
* Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals.
**Working Conditions**
**Material and Equipment Directly Used**
* General warehouse equipment
* General office equipment
* MS Office, Shipping and proprietary inventory management software?
**Working Environment/Physical Activities**
* Moving 75% of the time
* Frequently grasp, reach, bend and stoop in narrow/confined spaces.?
**Physical Demands**
* Lift and carry up to 55 pounds, team lift 56 to 100 pounds: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity
* Sitting or standing: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity
* Use of hands: Continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity
* Stoop, bend, or crawl: Occasional or frequent moderate physical activity
**Travel and On-Call**
* This position requires no travel per week in a local area.
* For this position being on-call is not required.
**Getting Hired**
Were excited that youre interested in joining Patterson Companies. We offer a wide range of opportunities, and the hiring process may vary based on position.
**Getting Hired**
Were excited that youre interested in joining Patterson Companies. We offer a wide range of opportunities, and the hiring process may vary based on position.
**Corporate Responsibility**
At Patterson Companies, we measure success by the strength of our relationships with our clients, customers and employees. From working with our partners to bring innovation solutions and provide best-in-class experience to our customers, to supporting employee volunteerism large and small, were committed to building strong connections to support the communities we live and work in.