Warehouse Associate
We are seeking a Warehouse Associate to support daily warehouse operations, including receiving, picking, packing, and shipping finished goods. This is a hands-on, task-focused role working under the direction of the Warehouse Supervisor.
The ideal candidate is organized, follows established procedures, and contributes ideas to improve warehouse processes and efficiency. You are a strong candidate if you are detail-oriented, dependable, enjoy structured work, and take pride in accuracy, organization, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive finished goods and materials into the warehouse: verify shipments against purchase orders, inspect for damage, and accurately store items in designated locations.
- Accurately pick customer orders by reading and following pick sheets and established procedures.
- Assemble, pack, and prepare customer orders for shipment using appropriate shipping methods (truck, UPS, etc.), ensuring correct labeling and documentation.
- Record quantities of materials received, picked, packed, or shipped using approved computer systems and documentation.
- Follow customer packaging and shipping requirements as directed.
- Rotate inventory to ensure proper lot usage, assist with cycle counts, and support accurate inventory records.
- Manage ordering of some warehouse supplies.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and orderly warehouse environment.
- Communicate effectively with the Warehouse Supervisor, Customer Service, Order Entry, and Operations team to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Follow all established warehouse procedures and safety guidelines.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and make recommendations to the Warehouse Supervisor.
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts and assigned warehouse projects.
The above represents primary duties; additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Regular work hours are 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; flexibility to adjust hours occasionally as business needs require. Overtime may be required infrequently.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 1+ years of warehouse or distribution experience preferred.
- Forklift certification required, can be done upon start. Daily forklift use required.
- Basic to intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Outlook. Experience with CoPilot a plus.
- Ability to use business software / ERP system for receiving, picking/packing, and shipping tasks; familiarity with UPS shipping software preferred.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions precisely.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently while taking direction from the Warehouse Supervisor.
Cultural Fit
You are growth-minded, proactive, positive, and collaborative. You value honesty, take ownership of your work, and contribute constructively to a team-oriented environment.
