Inventory & Fulfillment Associate

General Fasteners Company located in Denton, TX is looking to hire a full-time Inventory & Fulfillment Associate. Would you like to join a stable and growing local company where there is potential for career growth? If so, please read on!

This Inventory & Fulfillment Associate position earns a competitive starting wage, and we also offer great benefits and perks, such as 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off (PTO), a 401(k) option, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), life insurance, a down-to-earth casual environment, and a positive team-oriented culture. Our full-time employees also have access to medical, dental, vision, and other insurance options.

JOB SUMMARY: 
​​​​​​​This position will be responsible for performing a variety of warehouse duties including receiving, storing, and distributing materials, tools, equipment, and products. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate and timely deliveries to our customers and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented and able to work independently as well as in a team.
 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Receive and inspect incoming shipments for accuracy and damage
• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment following company standards.
• Load and unload delivery trucks using appropriate equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks
• Organize stock and maintain inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment always
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Assist with other general warehouse duties as assigned

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES:

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office; Epicor experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to organize tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work well with others.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and pallet jacks, with training provided as needed.

​​​​​​​QUALIFICATIONS FOR A WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• 1 to 2 years of warehouse, distribution, or order fulfillment experience preferred.
• Previous forklift or pallet jack experience preferred.
• Basic math skills for inventory counting and order accuracy.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• This position takes place in a warehouse environment. While performing job duties, the employee is exposed to ambient temperatures. Noise levels may be high when operating motorized industrial equipment. Employees are required to use appropriate safety equipment, such as safety shoes, to avoid injury to themselves or others.
• The employee is frequently required to bend, stretch, twist, stand, and move around. They frequently use their hands and arms to reach, handle, and touch. The employee is frequently required to handle loads weighing between 20–40 lbs (11–18 kg) in a repetitive and safe manner. The employee frequently climbs on and off motorized industrial equipment. Visual abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

 
OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this position.

ABOUT GENERAL FASTENERS COMPANY
Founded in 1952, General Fasteners Company is a full-service distributor of Fasteners and Assembly Components. We excel at providing great products, superior customer service, customized Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs, product testing, and engineering solutions for our valued customers. Our company culture plays a large part in our success. With 11 locations in North America, General Fasteners Company continues to provide these services to numerous companies throughout North America.  
General Fasteners Company continues to find new and innovative ways to service our customers as we carry on the traditional values on which our company was founded. After 70 years, we continue to be a privately held Michigan corporation dedicated to helping our customers reach their strategic goals through inventory solutions.
We believe that happy, talented employees add value to our company. We do our best to hire friendly, down-to-earth people who make good team members. We also promote a healthy work-life balance and personal development.

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
We understand that your time is valuable and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you are the right for this job, please fill out our initial mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!