Distribution Associate (Tolleson, AZ)

About This Role

A Distribution Associate is an employee responsible for fulfilling orders and arranging outgoing packed orders for

delivery. Their duties include interpreting sales orders and pulling the correct product, performing quality control

assessments and stacking items safely and securely in the right packaging.

We value the versatility and adaptability of our employees. While the primary focus of this role is Distribution

Associate, the successful candidate may have the opportunity to cross-train in other positions within the department

based on organizational needs.

Responsibilities

• Self-motivated and team-oriented individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

• Follow company picking/packing procedures. Ability to efficiently pull product(s) based on daily orders.

• Ensures order pick/count accuracy.

• Meets specifics set forth by supervisor(s) for all orders promptly.

• Reports out any discrepancies or adjustments needed by the supervisor.

• Undertakes other duties which may arise or be delegated sometimes.

• Handles inventory with care and attention to detail.

• Follows good manufacturing practices and required work safety practices.

• Operates various pieces of equipment ie. Pallet Jack, pallet wrapper.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times.

• Strong reading and communication skills.

• Maintains a clean, sanitary, and safe work area.

• Performs work under direct supervision.

• Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.

• Diligent, Punctual and Ready to work!

• Perform other duties as needed in support of business objectives assigned by supervisor.

• We believe in fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Our employees are encouraged to develop a broad skill set to enhance their contributions to the team. Cross-training opportunities may be provided to align with the organization's evolving needs.

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s)

incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any

other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and

responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably

accommodate individuals with disabilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without

notice.

TECHNICAL SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Excellent command of the English language and a well-developed understanding of grammar, punctuation, and

spelling.

• Coachable, highly motivated, and driven to succeed.

• Excellent time management skills

• Ability to multi-task

• Possesses beginning to working knowledge of subject matter.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

• 1 year of experience working as a picker or packer in a warehouse or distribution center environment is preferred.

• Experience working in manufacturing or warehouse environments.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be over 21 years of age.

• Available for on-site operations work Monday-Friday.

• Work revolves around objectives, projects, and priorities- not hours; must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed.

• Willingness and ability to undergo cross-training in various roles within the department as required.

• Prolonged periods of standing, sitting at a desk, and/or working on a computer.

• Able to stand up to 4 hours at a time.

• Ability to work in multi-temperature environments, hot or cool.

• Be able to stand, bend, kneel, squat, and twist for prolonged periods of time.

• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift 50 lbs. to a minimum height of 5 feet and able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet, with or without mechanical assistance.

• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully

perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About Vangst:

Vangst is the cannabis industry’s hiring platform. Vangst helps cannabis companies find the talent they need to grow their business. From on-demand gig workers to trained & credential full-time employees, Vangst has built the industry’s go-to talent marketplace for all cannabis hiring. Vangst is proud to work with 1,200+ of the cannabis industry’s leading businesses.

Since raising their seed round in 2018, Vangst has become one of the fastest-growing companies in the cannabis industry and was recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies.

Today, over 300,000 people have full-time jobs in the cannabis industry and this number is expected to triple over the next five years. Vangst is on a mission to fill every job in the cannabis industry.

Vangst’s headquarters is in Denver, CO. Vangst is a Series B company backed by Lerer Hippeau, Colle Capital, Level One Fund, Snoop Dogg’s Casa Verde Capital, and others.

Vangst provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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