Warehouse Associate

Position: Warehouse Associate I
A position at White Cap isn't your ordinary job. You'll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities.

The White Cap family is committed to Building Trust on Every Job. We do this by being deeply knowledgeable, fully capable, and always dependable, and our associates are the driving force behind this commitment.

Job Summary

Responsible for supporting warehouse operations by performing a variety of tasks including loading, unloading, order picking, shipping, and material handling. Ensures products are accurately prepared for pickup or delivery, secured for transport, and handled in a safe, efficient, and dependable manner.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

* Loads, unloads, sorts, picks, stocks, stages, and transports materials throughout the warehouse and yard.

* Prepares items for shipment or customer pickup by securely packaging materials using shrink wrap, strapping, or other protective methods.

* Verifies product accuracy and condition before staging or shipping.

* Installs protective devices such as bracing or padding to prevent damage during transport.

* Operates forklifts or other material handling equipment to move goods safely and efficiently.

* Maintains a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures.

* Assists customers, installers, or subcontractors by fulfilling orders or locating materials.

* May drive company vehicles to pick up or deliver materials as needed.

Nature and Scope

* Selects correct processes from clearly prescribed rules, past practices, or instruction. Seeks advice and guidance on non-routine or problem areas from supervisor. Deviations from the norm are cleared by the supervisor.

* Under close supervision, exercises limited latitude/independent judgment. Work typically involves detailed checks or close review of output by a senior coworker and/or supervisor.

* None.

Work Environment

* Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes.

* Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds in a physical environment. Ability to stand for periods of time up to and exceeding 60 minutes. Ability to make repetitive movements, such as using a 10-key or calculator, bending, or squatting.

* Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience

* HS Diploma or GED strongly preferred. 0-2 years of experience in area of responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

SHIFT: 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday

NEEDS

These are the skills, abilities, and qualifications required to be successful in the role.

Core Warehouse & Fabrication Responsibilities

* Confident with basic builder's math and geometry.

* Experience using a tape measurer.

Warehouse Operations

* Experience with daily warehouse operations, including:

* Shipping and receiving

* Picking and staging customer orders

* Loading/unloading trucks

* Ability to perform and oversee daily cycle counts

* Strong attention to inventory accuracy and material organization

Equipment &

Physical Requirements

* Ability to safely operate:

* Indoor forklift (Stand-up)

* Outdoor forklift (Sit-Down)

* Willingness to work:

* Indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions

* On feet for extended periods

* Physical ability to:

* Lift and move heavy materials (50-75 lbs repeatedly)

* Handle steel, rebar bundles, and fabricated assemblies

WANTS

These traits add value, reduce training time, and support long-term growth but are not required.

Core Warehouse & Fabrication Responsibilities

* Ability to cut, bend, and tie rebar accurately and efficiently

* Hands-on experience with:

* Rod chomper

* Tabletop rebar bender

* Cage rack and tie gun

* Ability to fabricate:

* Rebar cages

* Rebar mats

* Custom bent bar orders

* Strong understanding of fabrication tolerances, dimensions, and job specifications

Industry & Technical Experience

* Prior experience in:

* Concrete accessories

* Rebar fabrication

* Construction supply or building materials distribution

* Familiarity with:

* Bar lists

* Shop drawings

* Contractor or DOT job requirements

Advanced Warehouse Skills

* Experience with:

* Inventory systems or basic ERP software

* Scanners or digital picking systems

* Strong organizational skills with the ability to:

* Keep fabrication, inventory, and staging areas orderly

* Anticipate material needs ahead of production

Work Style & Flexibility

* Thrives in a fast-paced, high-mix, low-volume environment

* Openness to:

* Occasional overtime during peak construction season

* Shifting priorities based on customer demand and production flow

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