Warehouse Associate - 1st Shift - JF

About the Company

At Kenco Logistics, you’re more than just a team member—you’re part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers.

About the Role

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for picking and/or packing orders, label printing and inspecting products for orders, and utilizing specific equipment to pick, pack, and kit products in preparation for shipping and receiving demands to meet customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Pick orders for shipment, ensuring that the correct number and type of product is loaded.
• Measure, weigh, and count products and materials.
• Operate a forklift or order picker for picking orders (as required).
• Pack orders for shipments by parcel, LTL, and TL carriers.
• Record product, packaging, and order information on specified forms and records.
• Affix proper shipping and tracking labels to boxes and pallets.
• Mark and label shipping boxes or products per DOT, IATA, IMDG regulations.
• Report missing items or quality variances to direct supervisor.
• Ensure outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.
• Examine and inspect containers, materials, and products to ensure that packing specifications are met.
• Execute and document quality inspections per Standard Operating Procedures.
• Participate in Inventory/Cycle Count as needed.
• Maintain clean, neat, and orderly work area.
• Ensure facility is inspection ready at all times for SQFI, FDA, and customer needs.
• Communicate and report any incidents.
• Perform housekeeping duties as needed.
• Complete miscellaneous tasks as assigned by Supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• One year of experience in a warehouse or distribution environment (preferred).
• Basic computer skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Pass Background and Drug Screen.
• Able to complete physical tasks (stooping, walking, lifting up to 50 lbs).

Competencies

• Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates – Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Decision Quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Optimize Work Processes – Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Situational Adaptability – Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Travel Requirements

This position is not expected to travel.

Benefits

• Medical insurance including HSA, HRA, and FSA accounts.
• Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accidental injury.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance.
• Short Term and Long Term Disability.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• 401(k).
• Paid Time Off (approximately 2 weeks, accrual begins on Day 1 of employment).
• Employer Paid Holidays (10 days).