Job Description

When writing a job description for a role involving box movement and retrieval, the title and responsibilities should be tailored to the specific industry, tools, and scale of the work. In general, this type of work falls under logistics, warehousing, or inventory management. Warehouse Associate / Material HandlerThis is the most common job title for the physical movement of boxes and products within a warehouse or fulfillment center.

Job summary

As a Warehouse Associate, you will be responsible for the accurate and efficient movement and retrieval of goods within our warehouse. Your duties will include receiving and storing incoming shipments, preparing orders for delivery, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

Responsibilities

Receive and inspect shipments:

Unload trucks and verify the contents of incoming shipments against packing slips or purchase orders. Inspect for any damage or discrepancies.

Inventory management:

Use a scanning system to track, label, and document the location of products within the warehouse.

Box movement:

Move boxes, pallets, and other items to and from designated storage areas using equipment like pallet jacks or forklifts.

Order fulfillment:

Accurately retrieve (pick) products from storage, pack them securely into boxes, and prepare them for shipping.

Quality control:

Conduct inspections to ensure packed orders are correct and meet quality standards before shipping.

Safety and maintenance:

Maintain a clean and safe work area by organizing shelves and clearing aisles. Adhere to all safety protocols and report any concerns.

Requirements

Proven work experience in a warehouse, logistics, or similar role. Physical fitness and the ability to lift heavy objects (e.g., up to 50 lbs.) and stand for extended periods. Experience with warehouse equipment, such as pallet jacks or forklifts, is a plus. Proficiency with inventory software or a willingness to learn how to use digital inventory systems. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Inventory Control SpecialistThis role is more focused on the administrative and analytical aspects of managing inventory, though it still involves hands-on retrieval.

Job summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Control Specialist to maintain and optimize our inventory system. The role involves managing accurate stock records, conducting audits, and working closely with warehouse staff to ensure efficient storage and retrieval processes.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities for an Inventory Control Specialist include conducting audits, analyzing inventory data, coordinating with various teams, developing inventory procedures, and troubleshooting issues.

Requirements

Key requirements for this role are proven experience in a similar position, proficiency with inventory management software, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, exceptional attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person