(USA) Regional Utility Associate, Project Material Supply Warehouse at Walmart

Hammond, Louisiana, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, Logistics, WarehousingIndustries

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age
  • Ability to work full-time, 40 hours per week
  • Must be able to pass a drug and background check
  • Must be able to consistently lift up to 60lbs
  • Willing to be trained on power equipment (forklift, pallet jack, floor scrubber)
  • Communication skills: both verbal and written to both individuals and groups (e.g., customers, suppliers, associates)

Responsibilities

  • Maintain the Project Material Supply Warehouse in the region, handling goods not for resale (GNFR)
  • Work closely with customers, suppliers, and associates to ensure all project material inventory is stored properly and replenished as needed
  • Maintain proper facility upkeep in a welfare, health, safety, and environment (WHSE) warehouse, handling both new and used fixtures and signing
  • Facility maintenance: Sustain housekeeping and safety of facility by monitoring levels of trash in compactors, open-top containers, and trash line; removing and baling cardboard from trash line as well as reporting trash levels
  • Custodian operations: Safely and correctly perform facility upkeep activities (e.g., cleaning, maintaining internal areas, operate sweeper/scrubber); inform management of unsafe working conditions, poor products, improper service procedures in the facility, and suggest solutions; ensure facility upkeep equipment is in proper working order
  • Process fixtures and pallets: Ensure supplies are organized and stocked by moving pallets to staging areas and put away locations using Powered Industrial Trucks; participate in on-the-job training for various Powered Industrial Equipment including but not limited to forklifts, pallet jacks, floor scrubbers to ensure safe and efficient handling of product
  • Replenish inventory: Ensure sufficient quantities of boxes are available for order fillers by monitoring levels and replenishing as needed

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ForkliftPallet JackFloor ScrubberWarehouse ManagementInventory ReplenishmentFacility MaintenanceCustodial OperationsCommunication SkillsPowered Industrial TrucksHousekeepingSafety Protocols

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the minimum qualifications for this Regional Utility Associate position?

Candidates must be 18 years of age, able to work full-time 40 hours per week, pass a drug and background check, consistently lift up to 60lbs, and be willing to be trained on power equipment like forklifts, pallet jacks, and floor scrubbers.

What shift is this position?

This is a full-time day shift position requiring 40 hours per week.

What Walmart values does the ideal candidate need to model?

The ideal candidate models Walmart values including holding oneself accountable, supporting commitment to communities, corporate social responsibility, sustainability, integrity, ethics, compliance, customer-centered focus, strategic thinking, willingness to embrace change, curiosity, courage, servant leadership, talent management, digital transformation, collaboration, influence, and focus on belonging priorities.

What key responsibilities will I have in this role?

Responsibilities include communication with customers, suppliers, and associates; facility maintenance like monitoring trash and housekeeping; custodian operations such as cleaning and operating equipment; processing fixtures and pallets using powered industrial trucks; and replenishing inventory like boxes for order fillers.

What makes a strong candidate for this Regional Utility Associate role?

A strong candidate has strong communication skills, is willing to train on powered equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks, can lift up to 60lbs, focuses on safety and facility upkeep, and embodies Walmart values like accountability, customer focus, and collaboration.

Walmart

Global retail chain offering affordable products

About Walmart

Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.

Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans

Risks

Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.

Differentiation

Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.

Upsides

Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.

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