Warehouse Job Description
Independent, radical publisher PM Press is looking to fill a full-time salaried position to work on-site in our 18,000-square-foot warehouse located in Binghamton, NY. We are seeking a person who will grow with the company and our warehouse and ideally commit to at least two years at this position.
Qualifications:
An ideal candidate would be a skilled communicator able to primarily work in a self-directed, self-managed capacity, both in-person with warehouse staff and remotely with the broader PM Press group, who are located elsewhere. The candidate would be expected to take ownership and develop a working knowledge of every aspect of day-to-day warehouse operations.The candidate will be expected to maintain a consistent weekly schedule, have great attention to detail, and possess strong organizational skills. The candidate should be proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word (and/or equivalent software). The candidate should also have the ability to assist with warehouse maintenance (including light carpentry and landscaping work), tabling/vending, and social media management. Familiarity with independent publishing and PM Press are a bonus but are not required.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Physical and digital inventory management utilizing computer and software systems to accomplish daily, weekly, and monthly duties
- Actively communicating with PM staff and our distribution partners about stock levels, customer concerns, shipments, damages, and returns
- Data entry
- Pulling, packing, and shipping books for delivery to customers, resellers, and distributors in a timely and precise manner
- Utilizing computer and software systems to accomplish daily, weekly, and monthly duties
- Shipping and receiving pallets of merchandise
- Physical media stocking and maintenance
- Participation in relevant meetings
- Data entry
- Physical and digital inventory management
- Working with and managing volunteers and interns
- Coordinating warehouse improvement projects and events
- Regional stock deliveries as needed
- Tabling at regional events as needed
- Warehouse stocking and maintenance as needed
- Taking on new roles as needed
Requirements include:
- The ability to regularly lift 40+ lb. boxes
- The ability to climb ladders, operate pallet jacks, and maneuver heavy pallets. Pallet jack training will be provided.
- Valid driver’s license
- Proficiency with computers and learning new software
Work hours, wages, and benefits:
- $42,000 salary per year within an internally equitable pay rate
- Yearly raise
- 40 hours per week plus some nights and weekends as necessary
- 10 days paid vacation per year
- A modest relocation package for applicants needing to relocate to the Binghamton area
How to apply: Please complete this form, which includes links to upload a cover letter and resume:
https://tinyurl.com/pmwarehousejob
PM Press is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. PM Press will not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, economic status, religion, creed, sexual orientation, disability, union activity, marital and/or parental status, citizenship, national origin or alienage, ancestry, genetic information, size, age, military or veteran status, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
