Warehouse Associate - 2nd shift - Part-Time

About the Company

The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. We serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, Fitting, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation industries. Our employee ownership model ensures you will own part of the company and your future, with opportunities to learn, grow, and be coached along the way. More than 60% of our associates have over 5 years of tenure, and over 40% have more than 10 years, reflecting a supportive environment where your ideas are heard and valued.

About the Role

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, the Warehouse Associate supports the materials management function of the logistics department and indirectly supports the overall sales function. Warehouse Associates are essential to daily operations, ensuring all stock is accounted for, processed, and organized to meet company standards.

Responsibilities

• Follow safe work habits and established safety procedures; participate in safety initiatives as assigned.
• Perform warehouse activities, including material selection for shipment and stock shipment.
• Pick and pack orders accurately and promptly.
• Accurately identify and count inventory in assigned areas.
• Load and unload trucks according to established procedures; back-up delivery drivers as needed if qualified.
• Operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and hand trucks.
• Maintain quality and quantity performance and production standards.
• Participate in ongoing general housekeeping of the warehouse.
• Check assigned equipment for proper operation and communicate issues to the Distribution Center Manager.
• Attend meetings and training sessions.
• Perform other warehouse tasks as assigned.

Competencies

• Service Excellence
• Results and Action Oriented
• Accountability and Responsibility
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Safety Conscious

Requirements

• Entry-level work experience.
• If required to drive: Valid Driver’s License with appropriate state licensing and a clean driving record; ability to pass a DOT Medical Exam and obtain a 1-Year Card (paid for by The Kendall Group).
• Ability to use standard office equipment, including bar code scanners, printers, and warehouse equipment/tools/machines/vehicles; basic math and reasoning skills.
• Excellent work ethic, verbal, and communication skills; ability to work independently.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment under the direction of a Warehouse Manager.
• Ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization and request assistance when needed, especially for lifting heavy objects.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Ability to frequently lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, pull, and push during the entire work shift.
• Ability to climb stairs/step ladders up to 16 steps.

Work Environment

• Exposure to temperature conditions prevalent at the time.
• Noise level consistent with that of a distribution center.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in the operation of a forklift truck (not required but considered a plus).