Job Description

ABOUT US

Founded in 1981, Penn Veterinary Supply was created out of the belief that there is a better way to supply veterinarians with products and services. This belief remains at the core of everything we do. We proudly remain a family owned and operated business, free of corporate ownership. This enables us to best meet the needs of our customers on an individual basis without the pressure of answering to shareholders. We strive to set a higher standard of servicing the veterinary profession by focusing on our Power in Partnership model:

• Penn Vet is a Family-Owned Business that values our PEOPLE and yours.
• Our team is dedicated to providing SOLUTIONS for the veterinarians and entire staff at independent, privately held veterinary hospitals.
• We aim to be a true business partner that strives to consistently exceed your SERVICE expectations.
• We select partners who advocate for the importance of the veterinarian's recommendation of PRODUCTS that provide quality, savings, and value.

 Penn Vet was founded in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, and has since grown to open branches in Michigan, Florida, and North Carolina.

 ABOUT THE POSITION

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for picking orders, order verification, using RF scanner, and safely completing duties relating to materials handling.  

Candidates must be available to work a schedule from Monday through Friday 10:30am - 7:30pm. Flexibility is required for support of business as needed.

Essential Responsibilities

• Reads orders to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed and/or shipped.
• Moves materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping or to other designed areas.
• Marks materials with identifying information using appropriate methods.
• Weighs and counts items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards.
• Prepares parcels for mailing.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the warehouse. Practices safe work habits.
• Completes other related duties as assigned, customary to department and role.

 Required Education and Experience

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, customer orders, and packing and shipping instructions.
• Able to accomplish simple math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
• Able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Able to use a RF scanner and computer. 

Penn Veterinary Supply is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Penn Vet is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, marital status, age, pregnancy, national origin, protected veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state laws.