Warehouse Associate

Who We Are… Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc. (ASA) has been providing trusted aviation training products for over 85 years to pilots, flight instructors, aviation mechanics, drone operators, air traffic controllers, career aviators and students. ASA's publications, pilot supplies and digital goods are supported with integrity, consistency, superior quality and the best customer service in the industry. ASA headquarters are in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

The ASA Team… Our team consists of a diverse group of people with unique and specialized skills, and while individual responsibilities are important, team collaboration and participation play a huge role in our success. We take pride in creating and developing the best aviation training products in the industry and in providing superior customer support.

Essential functions and Job duties include but not limited to… A small business in Kalamazoo is looking for a Warehouse Associate to facilitate day-to-day shipping and inventory management operations. The successful candidate will assemble inventory; pick, pack and ship both domestic and international using a variety of freight carriers; and help with inventory controls to include regular physical inventory counts. Minimum 2 years warehouse experience. Candidate needs strong communication and problem-solving skills, excellent attention to detail, strong work ethic, be reliable and meet all deadlines. Familiarity with Acumatica or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) cloud system, aviation knowledge a plus. Competitive pay, 401K and excellent benefits provided.

* Products Being Handled: Books & supplies

* Equipment: Powered Industrial Equipment, such as Stand-up and Sit-Down Forklifts, High Reach, Pallet Jacks, Etc.

Specific tasks will include but are not limited to:

* Maintain regular business hours (M-F, 8:00-4:30, 40-hours/week)

* Pick-Pack-Ship: small package, freight orders, domestic and international

* Interact with domestic and international carriers and freight forwarders

* Participate in regular physical inventory counts, inventory control and management systems

* Operate a forklift

* Heavy lifting involved; regular movement of 40-60 pound boxes

* General, light cleaning

* Test pilot supplies

* Support ASA staff inquiries around existing or planned orders and shipments

* Participate in regular company meetings

* Contribute suggestions for continued operational improvements

Other Competencies and Requirements

* Good organization and communication skills with solid attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines and work collaboratively with staff

* Must be task oriented and focus on accuracy

* Use time wisely and to company benefit

* Comply with the Employment Policies and the Employee Handbook, maintaining confidentiality of staff, vendor and customer information and conducting self in a professional manner at all times

* Attend all meetings as directed

* Maintain a Reference describing how to perform all essential elements of the job

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person