Supply Chain Associate - Receiving

As a Supply Chain Associate at IDEXX's Memphis Distribution Center, you will play a critical role in ensuring inbound product is safely, accurately, and efficiently received and stored within the warehouse. This is a hands-on, physically active position focused primarily on putaway operations, using powered industrial trucks (PIT) to move product from the dock to designated storage locations.

This role requires strong attention to detail, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to work independently for much of the shift. You will be crosstrained in receiving and other warehouse functions, supporting a flexible and collaborative distribution operation while maintaining IDEXX's high standards for accuracy, quality, and safety.

Shift Schedule: 7:00am - 3:00pm, Monday - Friday

What You Can Expect in This Role

• Perform putaway operations for inbound product, ensuring materials are stored in the correct warehouse locations.
• Operate multiple types of powered industrial equipment (PIT), including order pickers, dock stockers, and reach trucks.
• Safely transport product from receiving docks to racking and storage areas.
• Doublecheck locations, item numbers, and quantities-attention to detail is essential, as some packages may appear similar.
• Follow all safety procedures and operating guidelines, with a strong focus on working carefully and not cutting corners.
• Work independently and complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• Support receiving operations, including unloading, staging, and verification of inbound shipments.
• Accurately record inventory movements and transactions using RF scanners and SAP.
• Identify and report discrepancies, damages, or inventory issues in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Participate in crosstraining to support other warehouse functions as needed.

What You Need to Succeed

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous warehouse or distribution experience required.
• Forklift/PIT experience required, with demonstrated ability to operate multiple vehicle types (order picker, dock stocker, reach truck).
• Strong attention to detail, including accurate location placement and product verification.
• Commitment to safety and quality, with the ability to follow procedures consistently.
• Experience using RF scanners required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and regularly lift up to 40-50 lbs.
• Comfort working in a warehouse environment, including cold room and freezer areas as needed.
• Familiarity with SAP and basic computer systems preferred.
• Strong work ethic, selfmotivation, and ability to manage tasks independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively as part of a team.

We are happy to create an accommodating environment for you! In this role, you may be occasionally asked to perform physical activities such as standing for 2hr+, sitting, computer and phone use, extended reach, occasional lifting up to 70lb, and kneeling or bending. Specific vision requirements may include close range, color perception, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

What You Can Expect From Us:

• An hourly rate target of $19/hour based on experience, plus an additional $1/hr after successful completion of our forklift training
• Opportunity for annual cash bonus
• Opportunity for performance based annual merit increase
• Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day - One
• 5% matching 401k
• Generous PTO benefits
• Additional benefits including but not limited to pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more!

Why IDEXX?

We're proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.

So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Let's pursue what matters together.

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

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