Warehouse Associate

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Warehouse Associate

The Warehouse Associate plays a key role in daily warehouse operations, spending the majority of the shift operating a sit-down forklift to move, store, and retrieve materials throughout the facility. This contract-to-hire position is ideal for individuals with prior sit-down forklift experience who enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. In addition to forklift operation, the role includes order picking, pallet wrapping, inventory control, and general warehouse duties.

The successful candidate is safety-focused, dependable, and comfortable working in a non-temperature-controlled warehouse. Upon successful completion of the contract period, there is potential for permanent employment and access to company benefits.

• Safely operate a sit-down forklift for approximately 80–90% of the workday to move, store, and retrieve materials throughout the warehouse.
• Load and unload products from trucks and staging areas while following established safety procedures and maintaining accuracy.
• Handle materials efficiently to support shipping, receiving, and overall warehouse operations.
• Perform general warehouse duties including order picking, pallet wrapping, and staging products for shipment.
• Assist with inventory movement and organization to ensure products are stored in the correct locations.
• Conduct cycle counts and inventory verification to maintain accurate stock levels.
• Accurately track product locations and quantities and assist with investigating and reporting inventory discrepancies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with warehouse standards.
• Follow all warehouse safety guidelines and forklift operating procedures at all times.
• Inspect forklift and related equipment before use and promptly report any issues or concerns.
• Work safely and effectively in a non-temperature-controlled warehouse environment with varying seasonal temperatures.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality to support consistent warehouse operations.
• Collaborate effectively with warehouse staff and leadership to meet daily operational goals.
• Support changing operational needs as business demands fluctuate, including assisting in different areas of the warehouse as required.

• Prior sit-down forklift experience preferred, with the ability to safely operate a sit-down forklift for most of the workday.
• Proven experience in material handling within a warehouse or similar environment.
• Experience supporting shipping and receiving activities and basic warehouse operations.
• Ability to perform inventory management tasks including cycle counting and inventory verification.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate picking, loading, and inventory tracking.
• Effective time management skills to prioritize tasks and maintain productivity.
• Clear and professional communication skills to work collaboratively with team members and leadership.
• Ability to complete basic warehouse documentation accurately and legibly.
• Physical ability to lift, move, and handle warehouse materials as needed.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical warehouse tasks throughout the entire shift.
• Comfort working in a non-temperature-controlled environment, including seasonal heat and cold.
• Strong work ethic and consistent commitment to workplace safety and established procedures.

• Material handling experience in a warehouse or distribution setting.
• Experience with shipping and receiving processes and warehouse operation workflows.
• Experience in inventory management, including tracking product locations and quantities.
• Demonstrated attention to detail when handling orders and inventory data.
• Solid time management and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills for effective teamwork and coordination.
• Ability to complete and maintain basic warehouse documentation and records.
• Reliability in attendance and punctuality, supporting consistent operations.
• Comfort working in varying temperatures due to the non-temperature-controlled facility.
• Commitment to following safety guidelines and maintaining a safe work environment.

Employees join a stable, family-oriented organization that values teamwork, reliability, and individual contributions. The contract-to-hire structure offers a clear path to long-term employment, with competitive hourly pay and access to holidays and comprehensive benefits upon permanent conversion. Team members…