Receiver

at  Covetrus

Warehouse Associate/Receiver, Animal Health
Our Fort Worth, TX location is seeking a DC Team Member responsible for receiving and storing products within a distribution center environment. We offer a climate-controlled, small-team environment where you rarely have to work weekends!

WHO WE ARE

Covetrus is the global market leader in animal-health technology and services, dedicated to advancing the world of veterinary medicine and to empowering veterinary healthcare teams across the companion, equine, and large-animal health markets.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of one year experience in warehouse or production environment; prior experience in receiving preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prefer 6 months’ work experience in a warehouse or production environment.
• Ability to read and understand the English language to effectively read product descriptions, labels, shelves, and other product documents.
• Ability to understand basic math to ensure accurate product quantities.
• Ability to operate or willingness to learn material handling equipment (order pickers, reach trucks, forklifts).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively
• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• Experience with data entry on a PC
• Must demonstrate attention to detail
• Ability to work well with others and thrive in a fast-paced team environment
• Must be flexible to work overtime hours as needed
• Experience with Radio Frequency (RF) scanners preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Word preferred
• Proficiency in operation of computerized manifesting systems preferred
• Experience and knowledge in distribution processes (receiving, shipping, and inventory control) desired
• Ability to meet attendance and punctuality standards
• Ability to operate or willingness to learn material handling equipment (order pickers, reach trucks, forklifts)
• Forklift Certification preferred; ability to become forklift certified required.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to)

• Unloads freight trucks delivering merchandise to the DC; counts pieces/packages/pallets; and signs Bill of Lading according to Company policy.
• Compares items to vendor packing slip/customer return note/transfer document; receives-in products, ensuring correctness of items by size, color, quantity, etc.
• Accurately inputs items received into computer system according to Purchase Order, Return Note, or Transfer document. Files completed documents and communicates discrepancies to appropriate individuals, which may include: Accounts Payable, Procurement, Vendor, and other DC facilities.
• Accurately and timely puts-away products received into appropriate stock areas within the DC to facilitate customer order filling. Checks dating for proper rotation of stock.
• Ensures new items received are assigned correct bin numbers and creates new bin locations when necessary.
• Provides timely response to inquiries from AP and Procurement regarding orders received to resolve any outstanding issues per Company procedure.
• Checks put-away carts and RECVIT to ensure all items are put away by the end of the day.
• Cleans and maintains the receiving area and equipment.
• Assists in pulling or packing orders in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner when workload dictates.
• Operates and maintains certification for material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet-jacks, as required.
• Performs other duties as required

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Covetrus is a federal contractor and abides by the Drug Free Workplace Act (DFWA). In accordance with the DFWA, Covetrus maintains a drug-free workplace.
• Must be flexible to work mandatory overtime hours as needed to ensure timely customer delivery.
• Ability to lift and transport 30 pounds on a regular basis and up to 50-70 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk on concrete for the duration of the shift and complete tasks that include bending, stooping, and reaching.
• May require working in a cooler environment of 35°- 46° F