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Border States

Warehouse Associate

Border States, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285

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Location: Denver, CO

Application Deadline: Posted Until Filled (Position may be filled before or after the listed deadline)

Job Summary The Warehouse Associate supports the operation functions of the warehouse.

Responsibilities include receiving incoming freight, checking materials for damages or shortages, distributing materials to proper stock locations, filling special orders, and maintaining inventory stock locations.

The associate will also prepare orders for delivery, communicate “stock outs” and inventory discrepancies to appropriate departments, and ensure safe and organized work areas.

Responsibilities

Receives incoming freight and checks the material for damages or shortages.

Distributes material to the proper stock locations.

Fills special orders and/or backorders as material is received.

Follows up with appropriate departments, carriers, and/or vendors on receiving discrepancies, damages, and shortages.

Checks and packs material to be delivered.

Coordinates deliveries with trucks or freight companies based on special requests or optimal shipping routes.

Maintains shipping equipment and keeps work area clean and safe.

Maintains assigned inventory stock locations ensuring correct locator usage and orderly shelves.

Fills orders for delivery to customers.

Assures all batch‑managed material is labeled accurately and inventoried as needed.

Maintains delivery vehicle in clean, good working condition and monitors maintenance and mileage data.

Maintains daily driver logs and vehicle inspection sheets.

Operates equipment in a safe manner and adheres to all local, state, and federal traffic and safety regulations.

Supports the operations functions of the warehouse.

Informs proper departments of “stock outs”, inventory discrepancies, and other inventory problems or concerns.

May assist the City Desk and Will Call areas with customer service functions such as order entry, returns, and expediting (as needed).

May provide delivery of material to customer sites.

Assists with loading and unloading of trucks.

Notifies supervisor of any building or equipment maintenance, repair needs, and/or security concerns.

Assists with other duties/projects as assigned by supervisor/manager.

Qualifications

Two years of work experience preferred.

Prior warehouse distribution experience, including forklift operation and knowledge of electrical products/systems, preferred.

For driving positions, the candidate must be at least 21 years old, possess a valid driver’s license for company vehicle operation, and may need a current medical certification.

PC working knowledge for Windows, internet, email, and SAP software is a plus.

Skills And Abilities

Works in a safe manner and follows company safety program guidelines and policies.

Excellent interpersonal communication (reading, writing, and speaking in English).

Ability to effectively plan and organize.

Excellent customer service skills, being competent, accurate, responsive, and engaged.

Ability to perform all aspects of the job as accurately, efficiently, and safely as possible.

Physical Requirements Lift and Carry Requirements (weight and frequency) Occasionally: 0 – 33%

Frequently: 34 – 66%

Continuously: 67 – 100%

Lift from Floor to Waist

Less than 10 lbs. – Occasionally

10 to 25 lbs. – Occasionally

26 to 50 lbs. – Occasionally

51 to 75 lbs. – Occasionally

76 to 100 lbs. – Occasionally

101+ lbs. – Occasionally

Above Waist Lift

Less than 10 lbs. – Occasionally

10 to 25 lbs. – Occasionally

26 to 50 lbs. – Occasionally

51 to 75 lbs. – Occasionally

76 to 100 lbs. – Occasionally

101+ lbs. – Not at all

Unilateral Carry

Less than 10 lbs. – Occasionally

10 to 25 lbs. – Occasionally

26 to 50 lbs. – Not at all

51 to 75 lbs. – Not at all

76 to 100 lbs. – Not at all

101+ lbs. – Not at all

Bilateral Carry

Less than 10 lbs. – Occasionally

10 to 25 lbs. – Occasionally

26 to 50 lbs. – Occasionally

51 to 75 lbs. – Occasionally

76 to 100 lbs. – Not at all

101+ lbs. – Not at all

Physical Activity

Sitting (continuous periods) – Frequently

Standing – Occasionally

Walking – Occasionally

Bending/Stooping – Occasionally

Crawling – Not at all

Climbing/Walking Stairs – Occasionally

Reaching – Frequently

Crouching/Squatting – Occasionally

Kneeling – Not at all

Balancing – Frequently

Repetitive Motion – Occasionally

Trunk Rotation – Occasionally

Pushing/Pulling – Occasionally

Handling – Continuously

Fingering – Frequently

Talking – Occasionally

Driving (fork lift) – Frequently

Desk Work – Occasionally

Use of tools – Frequently

Hearing – Continuously

Exposure to adverse weather & temperature – Frequently

Travel – Not at all

Additional Information This description is a summary of the job duties and responsibilities and may be subject to change at the employer’s discretion.

Employees must be able to perform the essential duties and satisfy job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Salary range: $41,600 – $58,240, depending on experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer Border States is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity among its employees.

Drug Free/Smoke Free Workplace Employment may be contingent on passing the following pre‑employment screenings:

Criminal background check (required for all positions)

Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check (required for positions involving driving)

Drug testing

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