Warehouse Associate
About the Role
The Warehouse Associate is responsible for accurately selecting, packing, and preparing products for shipment while maintaining high standards for efficiency, safety, and cleanliness in daily warehouse operations.
Founded in 1923, Turtle is a fourth-generation, family-owned, and three-generation women-owned business, and one of the nation’s largest independent electrical and industrial distributors. Headquartered in Clark, NJ, our Electrical Distribution division operates 14 branches spanning from coast to coast. It is a significant force in the engineering and procurement of power distribution, automation, lighting, and energy projects, offering integrated services for the industrial and construction markets. Turtle Integrated provides on-site MRO procurement, cost-saving, and spend analytics across the US and in Canada, Puerto Rico, and Mexico.
Responsibilities
- Accurately pick products based on order requirements within the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
- Verify correct item numbers, quantities, labels, and expiration dates.
- Pack, bag, tag, or label orders as required to prepare them for shipment.
- Ensure outgoing shipments are complete, correct, and properly documented in WMS.
- Assist with receiving tasks, including counting products, checking packing slips, and inspecting for damage or shortages.
- Rotate stock properly and place items in appropriate storage locations.
- Move products using pallet jacks or other non‑forklift equipment.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area, including aisles, equipment, and storage areas.
- Perform repack or re‑box tasks according to training and instructions.
- Repair or recoup damaged goods as needed.
- Assist with inventory accuracy, including cycle counts and aisle assessments.
- Operate warehouse equipment safely and follow all OSHA and company safety procedures.
- Charge equipment batteries and perform basic equipment upkeep.
- Cut wire to specified lengths according to customer and production requirements.
- Pull and stage pipe in specified quantities.
- Identify different wire types to fulfill customer orders correctly.
- Spool various wire sizes onto reels using wire‑cutting machinery.
- Correctly select, measure, and cut wire to customer specifications.
- Support general warehouse tasks such as trash removal, replenishing supplies, snow removal, and other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Forklift experience preferred.
- Warehouse experience preferred.
- Ability to read, count accurately, write legibly, and perform basic math.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow safety‑focused instructions.
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment with tight deadlines.
- Flexibility to perform a variety of warehouse tasks as needed.
- Ability to lift up to 100 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods.
Benefits
As a union Warehouse Associate, you’ll benefit from a comprehensive, employee-first benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and long-term growth. Our union-backed benefits go beyond the basics -providing stability, strong protections, and meaningful perks that reward your hard work and commitment.
- Union-provided medical, dental, and vision insurance with no employee deductions (only standard copayments)
- Weekly pay
- 10 paid holidays plus 4 floating holidays
- Vacation and sick time
- Union annual wage increases
- Annuity (retirement savings plan)
- FICA reimbursement after 2 years of employment
- Shift differential
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Company-issued boot allowance
- Company-provided PPE and apparel
- Continual education opportunities