Warehouse Associate

About the role

Parksite and Atlantic plywood, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking motivated and detail-oriented Warehouse Associates to join our growing distribution operations. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to build a career in the wholesale building materials industry.

Responsibilities

• Use voice-picking technology to accurately pick, pack, and prepare customer orders
• Assemble and verify orders for accuracy and quality before shipment
• Load outbound shipments and process orders using the Infor/CSD/WMS platform
• Unload and inspect inbound merchandise for accuracy and quality
• Check in products against purchase orders and apply SKU labels
• Move, sort, and store materials in designated locations for efficient retrieval
• Safely operate sit-down forklifts, reach trucks, and cherry pickers after successful completion of company-provided training and OSHA-required certification
• Transport, stack, and store pallets following all safety guidelines
• Afford inventory management assistance, including physical inventory and scheduled cycle counts
• Identify and report inventory discrepancies
• Maintain organized storage areas to support operational efficiency
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Wear required PPE including steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and gloves
• Follow all safety policies and report hazards or equipment issues immediately
• Work safely in indoor/outdoor environments, including hot and cold conditions
• Frequent use of hands and feet for grasping, lifting, securing loads, and operating equipment controls
• Regular lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs.; occasional lifting up to 90 lbs.
• Extended periods of standing and walking during scheduled shifts
• Frequent bending, twisting, reaching, gripping, and handling materials such as pallets, panels, lumber, straps, and tools
• Occasional climbing, squatting, and kneeling to complete assigned tasks
• Extended operation of forklifts, including frequent mounting and dismounting during picking, staging, and loading
• Maintain balance, depth perception, and spatial awareness while operating forklifts in tight aisles and around moving equipment
• Exposure to bright lights, loud noise, dust, fumes, and varying temperatures, including hot and cold environments

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Minimum 3 months of warehouse experience or equivalent training/education
• Training provided for candidates new to warehousing
• Basic English reading and writing skills sufficient to understand safety instructions, labels, and operating procedures
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Dependable, punctual, and safety-focused
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 90 lbs.
• Comfortable working in indoor/outdoor environments, including hot and cold conditions
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and machinery

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: High school diploma or GED preferred. Minimum 3 months of warehouse experience or equivalent training/education. Training provided for candidates new to warehousing.
• Skills & Abilities: Basic English reading and writing skills sufficient to understand safety instructions, labels, and operating procedures. Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division). Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Dependable, punctual, and safety-focused.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 90 lbs. Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods. Comfortable working in indoor/outdoor environments, including hot and cold conditions. Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and machinery.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package including 401(k) Program to secure your financial future, Company-Paid Life Insurance, Health, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Insurance Plans, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO), Bonus Incentives for employee referrals, Professional Development, Comprehensive forklift training and certification, Training on state-of-the-art voice-picking systems, Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience with Infor/CSD platforms, Safety training and OSHA compliance education.

Pay

Competitive hourly wage based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position. Day shift schedule (typical warehouse hours). Flexibility to work overtime during peak periods as needed.

Career Growth Opportunities

• Lead Warehouse Associate - mentor new team members and coordinate daily operations
• Inventory Control Specialist - focus on accuracy and efficiency improvements
• Warehouse Supervisor - manage teams and operations
• Shipping/Receiving Coordinator - oversee logistics and transportation
• Forklift Trainer - become certified to train other operators
• Logistics & Operations Management - advance into leadership roles
• CDL License - Potential to earn CDL License through company-sponsored training for qualified employees.

How to Apply

If you're ready to join a dynamic team in the wholesale building materials industry, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with growth potential. Qualifications are a guide, not a checklist. If you think you can make an impact here, we want to hear your story. All warehouse positions require adherence to safety protocols, OSHA regulations, and company procedures. Associates must be able to work in varying environmental conditions and operate equipment safely. Monday - Friday 8:00AM - Until the work is finished.