Warehouse Associate - The Vitamin Shoppe

This position, which may vary depending on specific job assignment, performs tasks associated with the receipt, storage, process and shipment of product utilizing Material Handling Equipment (i.e., Reach Truck, Order Picker, etc.) while meeting safety, quality, productivity, attendance and behavioral Vitamin Shoppe expectations.  Effectively and efficiently uses established procedures, tools, equipment (including RF Scanners), and technologies to complete transactions related to inbound and outbound processes within the Distribution Center.

• Loading Trailers
• Palletizing and case sorting to proper stores/or routes.
• Wrapping pallets using proper tools.
• Properly assists Coordinator with closing daily shipments.
• Handling damaged goods following SOP set procedures.
• Must be able to handle up to 50lbs. On average, cases can weigh up to 30 to 35lbs.
• Resets Shipping sorter timely when jams occur to prevent downtime.
• Must be able to be on your feet for 10hrs/12hrs shifts.
• Performs necessary housekeeping duties in order to maintain a safe, clean, organized work environment
• InformsManager or Lead of any problems and actively participates in process improvements

Other Functions:  

• Assist in other areas of the Distribution Center as assigned

Skill and Ability:

• Able to meet safety, quality, productivity and attendance requirements 

• Able to do continuous lifting up to 50 pounds 

• Able to work in a fast pace environment 

• Able to work in a team environment 

• Able and willing to work overtime when required

• Able to operate material handling equipment

Equal Opportunity Policy
The Vitamin Shoppe is an equal opportunity employer. We respect diversity and accordingly are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, separation, recruitment, pay and other forms of compensation, access to facilities and programs, training and general treatment during employment.

We firmly believe that every Health Enthusiast has the right to be treated with dignity and respect. Our goal is to maintain a satisfied and productive team of Health Enthusiasts. The keys to reaching that goal are effective leadership, equal application of fair human resources policies, competitive wages and benefits, and close attention to all health enthusiast matters. The Vitamin Shoppe is committed to the principle of fair and impartial treatment of our Health Enthusiasts.

Health Enthusiasts with questions or concerns about equal employment opportunities in the workplace are encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of their Human Resources representative.  We will not allow any form of retaliation against Health Enthusiasts who raise issues of perceived discrimination in good faith.  To ensure our workplace is free of artificial barriers, violation of this policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including discharge.