Warehouse Assistant

Farnell Farnell, an Avnet company, is a global high-service distributor of technology products, services and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair. Job Summary: Performs a variety of distribution center activities related to one or more of the following processes: packing, shipping, receiving, order fulfillment, stock handling, storing, distribution and inventory support. Provides high quality, cost effective, and efficient service to meet current and future demands. Principal Responsibilities: • Fulfills orders from stored inventory meeting customer requirements and inspection/testing processes. Ships orders within time commitments and completes all documentation. Communicates with lead/supervisor regarding any fulfillment issues or problems. • Receives, unpacks, and inspects incoming materials and product, and verifies against written orders. Returns defective materials. • Ensures documentation such as packing lists, shipping labels, and other such documents are complete, accurate and processed appropriately. • Identifies, investigates, and participates in opportunities to improve processes and procedures, to include various key performance metrics. • Maintains and updates systems as required. • Other duties as assigned. Job Level Specifications: • Acquired and applies working knowledge of the organization, job, practices and procedures to be proficient in all aspects of job. • Performs functions semi-routine in nature and recognizes the need for occasional alternative solutions. • Work is performed independently, with minimal supervision. Able to establish priorities and manage time to complete work. • Collaboration with other departments or teams may be required to perform role. May frequently respond to requests from others, internally or externally. • Impact of decisions may affect the department. Errors may result in loss of time, resources and/or customer satisfaction. Work Experience: • Typically requires a minimum of two years of related experience. Education and Certification(s): • High School Diploma or equivalent Distinguishing Characteristics: • May require standing for prolonged periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds • May require forklift certification • May be required to meet specified visual acuity standards if completing final inspections • Requires the ability to stand, bend, stoop, squat, twist and working at heights exceeding 15 feet The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.