Warehouse Associate

About the role

This associate position is integral to maintaining efficient warehouse distribution and inventory control. Operating with general instruction from management, the role requires a clear understanding of basic process flows to execute core activities, including accurate product receiving, order selection, and shipping.

Responsibilities

• Receiving Product: Unload, crate, prepare for receiving, breakdown, and put-away product.
• Shipping Product: Pick, crate, prepare for shipping, palletize, and load product.
• Achieve and maintain established productivity and accuracy standards for all assigned tasks.
• Accurately scan all product movement using the Warehouse Management System and/or RF Scanners.
• Report any damaged material, short quantities, or discrepancies to management immediately.
• Notify management immediately concerning facility issues and needs.
• Return all equipment to correct storage areas at the end of each day.
• Count inventory within assigned areas for inventory accuracy.
• Utilize proper lifting techniques and ask for help when necessary.
• Attend all safety training meetings.
• Report all work-related injuries to management.
• Comply with governmental safety regulations (OSHA and MSDS).
• Adhere to all building safety protocols, and immediately report all safety violations to management.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively and show dependability.
• Critical thinking and analytical problem solving.
• Follow proactive safety and compliance standards.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and organize work based on current needs.

Requirements

• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings, including drug test and background check.
• Proficient on at least one piece of Material Handling Equipment (Class I and/or Class III).
• Basic math skills to quickly and accurately count, multiply, and divide.
• Ability to use a handheld scanning device and navigate through multiple screens.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or its equivalent (preferred).
• Other warehouse experience (a plus).
• Strong interpersonal skills, work ethic, and attention to detail.

Physical Demands

• Mobility: Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, and kneel for the duration of an 8–10 hour shift.
• Strength: Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.
• Coordination: Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to handle small parts or operate machinery.
• Environment: Capability to work in a fast-paced, industrial environment.