Operational Support Associate - Shipping & Receiving - Weekends

About the position

The Receiving Clerk supports the operation by logging of all in-coming purchase orders and audits completed receiving paperwork to ensure accuracy. This role assists inventory to ensure that all stores are appropriately stocked for customers and observes incoming/outgoing merchandise for defects and damage. The Receiving Clerk will call vendors for packing lists and freight bills as necessary and maintain a comprehensive filing system for completed receiving packets. The role operates distribution computers systems as required to efficiently control merchandise flow, uses industrial motorized and non-motorized equipment to unload trailers, transport, select, stock, and load heavy/large merchandise as needed to assist Receiving team as well as perform all other duties as assigned by Coach. Travel Requirements: This role does not require regular travel.

Responsibilities

  • Logging of all in-coming purchase orders
  • Auditing completed receiving paperwork to ensure accuracy
  • Assisting inventory to ensure that all stores are appropriately stocked for customers
  • Observing incoming/outgoing merchandise for defects and damage
  • Calling vendors for packing lists and freight bills as necessary
  • Maintaining a comprehensive filing system for completed receiving packets
  • Operating distribution computers systems as required to efficiently control merchandise flow
  • Using industrial motorized and non-motorized equipment to unload trailers, transport, select, stock, and load heavy/large merchandise as needed to assist Receiving team
  • Performing all other duties as assigned by Coach

Requirements

  • Required to work a set schedule that may be changed/modified by management based on the needs of the facility.
  • Requires availability to work morning, afternoon, nights, or weekends depending upon assigned shift and overtime based on the needs of the facility.
  • Must work in a distribution/warehouse environment with the physical and environmental aspects typically associated with such environment.
  • Minimally must be able to lift 25 pounds; ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Demonstrated track record of good attendance
  • Basic math and reading comprehension skills
  • Basic computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • If internal, no written warnings within the last 6 months or final warnings within the last 12 months

Nice-to-haves

  • Post-secondary education in business, supply chain management, transportation or related field
  • Experience in a customer service role
  • Experience using troubleshooting processes to resolve problems
  • Experience in distribution center operations
  • Experience with software applications such as Excel, Access or data management system (Lowe’s DMS preferred)
  • Experience managing multiple projects/tasks simultaneously requiring a strong ability to prioritize and manage time
  • Previous power equipment experiences ( e.g. Reach truck or RC)
  • Bilingual, Military, and Veteran applicants are encouraged to apply.
  • For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, email HRServiceCenter@lowes.com

Benefits

  • Benefits offerings change each year and eligibility varies.
  • For the most up-to-date breakdown of what’s available to you, visit MyLowesBenefits.com.
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