Warehouse Associate

Job Description

Warehouse Associate

Job Type: Full-time direct hire with generous benefits

Monday - Friday, First Shift (8AM-5:00PM)

Position Summary

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for day to day warehouse operations including loading, unloading, staging, picking, and packing inventory. This role requires safe operation of warehouse equipment such as cherry pickers and forklifts and the flexibility to be cross trained across multiple warehouse and delivery functions as business needs require.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Load, unload, pick, put away, consolidate, stack, and stage products using cherry pickers, forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment

Process inbound shipments and warehouse deliveries, including verification of bills of lading and chain of custody documentation

Accurately select and pick orders using pick tickets and labels

Participate in physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and related data entry

Operate warehouse equipment in accordance with safety standards and company procedures

Use basic math, reading, writing, and computer skills to complete daily tasks

Maintain general warehouse housekeeping including floor cleaning, waste removal, cardboard processing, and equipment organization

Follow work instructions and best practices to safely and accurately complete assigned tasks

Push, pull, reach, bend, and lift up to 100 pounds as required

Stand, walk, and perform physical work for extended periods

Qualifications

One to two years of experience in a warehouse or distribution center environment preferred

Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals

Additional Responsibilities and Flexibility

Cross training is encouraged, including potential training as a delivery driver for employees with a valid driver’s license

Warehouse associates who maintain a valid driver’s license, good standing motor vehicle record, and Medical DOT card may have opportunities to perform both warehouse and delivery duties

Delivery Driver Responsibilities for Qualified Employees

Operate company vehicles safely and responsibly with in cab camera monitoring

Load and unload vehicles according to safety standards

Verify manifests and delivery paperwork

Deliver products to customer locations, confirm orders, unload materials, obtain signatures, and collect payments when required

Document returned parts and issue receipts

Accurately collect and process accounts receivable as needed

Provide professional and courteous customer service during all interactions

Physical Demands

Frequent standing, walking, lifting, and sitting

Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally

Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Work Environment

Warehouse environment with moderate noise levels

When performing delivery duties, exposure to varying weather conditions including rain, snow, and temperature changes

Employees are expected to maintain clean and safe work areas free of debris, clutter, and hazards

Benefits

The company offers a competitive benefits package including paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k with company match, employer paid life insurance up to $50,000, and optional supplemental insurance plans. Employees enrolled in an HSA eligible plan receive a $500 employer HSA contribution. Additional benefits include a $500 employee referral bonus and access to employee discounts through healthcare and payroll partners.

Compensation: $ 19 / hour, based on experience

Full-time