Warehouse Associate II

About the Company

R.S. Hughes Company, Inc. is a dynamic, North American distributor of industrial supplies founded in 1954. We maintain an extensive inventory of adhesives, abrasives, electrical, static control, tapes, labeling, and safety products across multiple warehouse sites in the United States and Mexico. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of quality and professionalism, offering competitive salaries and benefits in an environment that values hard work, common sense, and rewards excellence.

About the Role

The Warehouse Associate II supports daily warehouse logistics to operate at maximum efficiency. This position is responsible for shipping and receiving, inventory management, and customer order fulfillment while adhering to all company policies and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Order Fulfillment
  • Pull customer orders from warehouse shelves, ensuring accuracy based on item number, serial numbers, size, and quantity.
  • Manage pulling and loading for SupplySight and Will Calls.
  • Perform checks and balances to confirm physical inventory counts match inventory records (Cycle Counts - 1st count).
• Receiving and Unloading
  • Physically receive warehouse orders, inspect items, and match deliveries to purchase orders.
  • Log received items into the warehouse management system and follow up on delayed orders.
  • Load and unload palletized freight; move products between receiving, storage, and shipping areas.
  • Organize and maintain stock orders prior to shelving.
  • Stock shelves efficiently and perform Cycle Counts (2nd count).
  • Handle non-conforming products per company policies and OSHA protocols.
• Warehouse Maintenance
  • Clean, stock, and supply designated facility areas to promote a safe work environment.
  • Maintain and organize warehouse shelving for optimal efficiency, including checking shelf-life and disposing of expired inventory.
  • Operate motorized forklifts and standard warehouse equipment, conducting daily safety inspections.
• Shipping
  • Manage shipment and receipt of products via UPS, FedEx, and other freight companies.
  • Label orders and prepare hazardous and non-hazardous items for shipping in compliance with OSHA and internal protocols.
  • Perform final inspections before products are shipped.
• Quality Control
  • Promote operational excellence and identify process improvement opportunities.
  • Inspect products for defects and damages.
  • Ensure proper Product Certifications and Safety Data Sheets are included with orders where applicable.
  • Oversee packing and shipping of hazardous materials (Hazmat Certified).
• Coaching & Mentoring
  • Conduct warehouse observations, demonstrate best practices, and provide feedback to employees.
  • Train and mentor employees on standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Support employee development and growth.
• Additional Assignments
  • Perform administrative tasks such as paperwork, credit card processing, and shipping verifications.
  • Handle credit card transactions at shipment.
  • Assist with WTDO/WT in shipped and picked stages.
  • Conduct data entry for receiving into the ERP system.
  • Organize monthly hazmat meetings.
  • Manage warehouse equipment maintenance.
  • Conduct daily inventory counts and ensure inventory accuracy.
  • Track and process warehouse-to-warehouse transfers.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 2 to 5 years of related warehouse experience and/or training.

Skills

• Soft Skills
  • Strong people and communication skills.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work well in a team environment.
  • Ability to work with a diverse group of people.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Quick learner with problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to multitask and perform duties accurately.
  • Strong cleaning and organizing skills.
  • Effective time management.
  • Mentoring and coaching abilities.
• Hard Skills
  • Ability to operate standard warehouse equipment (e.g., forklift, hand truck, pallet jack, pallet ramp).
  • Experience with order fulfillment, receiving, unloading, packing, and shipping.
  • Inventory control and records keeping, including physical inventories and cycle counts.
  • Problem-solving and product inspection for defects/damages.
  • Basic mathematical skills and data analysis (e.g., cycle counts, freight invoices).
  • Experience with warehousing systems, data entry, and MS Excel/Word.
  • Knowledge of UPS and FedEx shipping platforms.
  • Intermediate knowledge of safety compliance and proper PPE use.

Certifications & Licenses

• Hazmat Certified.
• Forklift Certified or minimum of 2 years’ experience operating warehouse equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to operate standard warehouse equipment (e.g., forklift, hand truck, pallet jack).
• Ability to lift, pull, or push up to 100 lbs.
• Full range of body movements, including bending, reaching, and crouching.
• Close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

This role primarily involves manual labor in a warehouse setting. Associates frequently work on their feet and may perform substantial lifting over long shifts. Sound physical condition is desired.

Pay

Target base compensation for this non-exempt role is $23.00/hour, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off.
• Major medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid parental leave.
• Various supplemental benefit plans.
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).

Schedule

This is a full-time position.