DC Associate-Receiving

Warehouse Distribution Center Associate

• Receiving The Opportunity: As a Warehouse Receiving Associate, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy of receipt, inspection, and storage of incoming inventory. This role supports efficient warehouse operations by maintaining inventory accuracy, ensuring product quality, and contributing to a safe and organized work environment.

What You'll Do

Process purchase orders in a timely and accurate manner Respond promptly to inquiries by phone and email from other teams. Track inventory using SAP Multi-task job functions, including receiving , dock duties, administrative tasks, and assisting other teams to meet customer needs Work in a dynamic team environment and make decisions as a group Communicate effectively, clearly, and consistently with receiving team What You'll Need: One year or more of warehouse experience with preference given to individuals with receiving experience Excellent interpersonal, collaborative, and self-management skills Strong attention to detail, research and problem-solving skills Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Office, including Outlook; SAP experience a plus Ability to consistently meet accuracy and productivity standards Exceptional attendance and a strong bias to action.

Ability to work successfully within a team See mistakes as learning opportunities Be open to constructive feedback and discussion aimed at learning and improving Environment: Rio Grande is a Metal-Free environment within our operations areas. Warehouse Schedule/Physical Requirements: Stand, bend, stoop, lift, reach, twist, and walk regularly throughout your shift Work an 8-hour shift between 7 am – 7 pm, Monday – Friday.

Lift 20 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally throughout each day Reports to the Receiving Team Lead The successful candidate will enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment. Guided by our core values, Rio Grande is committed to treating all people with dignity and respect. We are an equal-opportunity employer with a zero-tolerance policy for harassment or discrimination of any kind.

As an advocate for equity and equality, we hire, train, and promote qualified people of all backgrounds. We consider employment candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other underrepresented class. We value our associates and have won the yearly Healthiest Places to Work and Family Friendly Business awards on multiple occasions.

The Reward: Rio Grande provides a generous benefit package for full-time (30+ hours a week) associates that includes: Medical plan with low premium rates and no high deductible (includes dental and vision) and telemedicine 401(k) matching program Paid time-off benefits, plus an additional seven paid holidays Paid life insurance and optional additional life insurance Long-term and short-term disability Flexible spending account Pet insurance Tuition reimbursement On-site gym and company wellness program Bereavement leave Employee discounts at Rio Grande Local and national discounts on various travel and entertainment Competitive compensation, including an opportunity to share in the profits Our associates strive for joint accountability.

We work together for the success of our stakeholders, and we provide a thoughtful, fun, and creative environment to support them. We encourage professional and personal development through a variety of training opportunities and a focus on promoting from within. At Rio Grande, our employees are the heart of our more than 80-year legacy in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Our culture is guided by our 3R principles: Respect, Responsibility, and Results. We believe in a bias to action mindset that turns ideas into outcomes and in empowering employees to take initiative, grow through continuous learning, and making meaningful impacts every day. Recognized as a 2025 Platinum Award Family Friendly Business, we promote a work-life balance, clear expectations, and a supportive environment, including quality benefits, robust wellness resources, and an onsite fitness facility.

Through our employee recognition and community involvement, we celebrate individuality, foster belonging, and ensure every voice is valued. A career at Rio Grande offers more than a job. You’ll join a workplace where your contributions matter and your growth is supported. Your work will help shape the future of the company and support our customers and industry.

The Company: Established in 1944, Rio Grande, a Berkshire-Hathaway manufacturer/distributor, has thousands of valued customers around the world. We are a principle-based company with a highly evolved team-based environment. We can show you how a profoundly effective organization lives these values every day. You can find our guiding principles, The 3 R’s, Respect, Responsibility and Results, on our website as well as information about our community support and how we protect the environment.

Within our 186,000 sq. ft., solar-powered facility, with covered parking, Rio Grande has sales, marketing, supply chain, IT and administrative offices, a climate-controlled distribution center with more than 40,000 items, and a comprehensive, well-equipped manufacturing operation. Manufactured products include jewelry-making equipment (from basic tools to highly sophisticated induction casting machines) and jewelry components—both die-struck and cast.

Capabilities include CAD/CAM, casting, stamp and form, metal finishing, CNC machining, manual milling, tool & die and electronics/mechanical assembly.