Operations Associate - 1st shift, $17.50 / hr

Ingram Content Group (ICG) is hiring Operations Associate to contribute to our Operations team in La Vergne, TN.

Want to join a key team that helps the world read?

At Ingram, the Operations team serves a key role within the organization. We ensure that our distribution centers and warehouse facilities function at maximum efficiency. Safety is a core value in our distribution environment. We emphasize this through training, education and accident prevention programs. Process Improvement is another core value, and through innovations such as voice and Radio Frequency (RF) technologies, as well as feedback from our associates, we work toward constant improvement.

The world is reading, and it is our goal to connect as many people to the content they want in the simplest ways. If you want to be part of a customer-centric team that strives for excellence, collaboration, innovation, we can’t wait to meet you!

What You’ll Need:

1 year work experience in at least one previous job

6 months work experience which included walking, standing, lifting/carrying, pushing/pulling, gripping/grasping, bending, squatting/kneeling, twisting/turning, climbing, crawling, reaching above shoulders, typing/keyboard

What You’ll Do:

Checks shipment quantity against bill of lading and inspects the condition of cartons and skids, signs as received or completes discrepancies, overage, shortage, damaged paperwork as necessary

Works shipment based on receipt by, separating cartons by title, placing cartons on the conveyor, counting and inspecting books, and completing breakdown tickets.

Unloads cartons from conveyor line and sorts them onto pallets based on warehouse zones.

Reading comprehension skills up to high school level

Writing skills up to high school level

Math skills – basic arithmetic, addition, subtraction

Attention to detail

Ability to work safely and adhere to safety guidelines in a warehouse environment

Ability to perform repetitive manual tasks

Ability to work independently or collaborate in a group environment

Ability to be flexible/multi-task based on workflow demands

Ability to meet and maintain production standards

Ability to maintain reasonably reliable attendance

Ability to read, write, speak, hear, see, think, communicate, concentrate, learn, and work

Ability to walk and stand continuously during the assigned shift

Ability to lift/carry in full range of motion up to 70lbs during the assigned shift – 30lbs or less continuously, 31-50lbs frequently and 51-70lbs occasionally

Ability to push/pull in a warehouse environment up to 70lbs force to push during the assigned shift – 1-50lbs continuously and 51-70lbs occasionally

Ability to grip/grasp continuously during the assigned shift

Ability to bend, squat/kneel, twist/turn, climb, crawl, reach above shoulder, and type/keyboard frequently during the assigned shift

Ability to work designated shift including overtime as required, which could include time before or after the designated shift and/or weekends

Exposure to wide range of temperatures

6 months continuous work experience

Why You’ll Love Working for ICG:

Casual dress code

Convenient location

Schedule:

Monday through Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm

OT when needed.

The world is reading and Ingram Content Group (“Ingram”) connects people with content in all forms. Providing comprehensive services for publishers, retailers, libraries and educators, Ingram makes these services seamless and accessible through technology, innovation and creativity. With an expansive global network of offices and facilities, Ingram’s services include digital and physical book distribution, print-on-demand, and digital learning. Ingram Content Group is a part of Ingram Industries Inc. and includes Ingram Book Group LLC, Ingram Publisher Services LLC, Lightning Source LLC, VitalSource Technologies LLC, Ingram Library Services LLC, and Tennessee Book Company LLC.

Ingram Content Group LLC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.

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