Warehouse Associate

Title: Warehouse Associate

Location: Somerset, NJ

Type: Full-time

Shift: Monday – Friday, 1:30 pm start

Pay: Starting at $20–21/hr

Union Position:

The warehouse associate is responsible for accurately selecting, packing, and preparing products for shipment while maintaining high standards for efficiency, safety, and cleanliness in daily warehouse operations.

• Pick products based on order requirements using the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Verify correct item numbers, quantities, labels, and expiration dates.
• Pack, bag, tag, or label orders as required to prepare them for shipment.
• Ensure outgoing shipments are complete, correct, and properly documented in WMS.
• Assist with receiving tasks, including counting products, checking packing slips, and inspecting for damage or shortages.
• Rotate stock properly and place items in appropriate storage locations.
• Move products using pallet jacks or other non‑forklift equipment.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area, including aisles, equipment, and storage areas.
• Perform repack or re‑box tasks according to training and instructions.
• Repair or recoup damaged goods as needed.
• Assist with inventory accuracy, including cycle counts and aisle assessments.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely and follow all OSHA and company safety procedures.
• Charge equipment batteries and perform basic equipment upkeep.
• Cut wire to specified lengths according to customer and production requirements.
• Pull and stage pipe in specified quantities.
• Identify different wire types to fulfill customer orders correctly.
• Spool various wire sizes onto reels using wire‑cutting machinery.
• Correctly select, measure, and cut wire to customer specifications.
• Support general warehouse tasks such as trash removal, replenishing supplies, snow removal, and other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to read, count accurately, write legibly, and perform basic math.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow safety‑focused instructions.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Flexibility to perform a variety of warehouse tasks as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods.

• Union‑provided medical, dental, and vision insurance with no employee deductions (only standard copayments)
• Weekly pay
• 10 paid holidays plus 4 floating holidays
• Vacation and sick time
• Union annual wage increases
• Annuity (retirement savings plan)
• FICA reimbursement after 2 years of employment
• Shift differential
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Company‑issued boot allowance
• Company‑provided PPE and apparel
• Continual education opportunities
• Longevity awards with pay increases
• Maternity and bereavement

Turtle is a fourth‑generation, family‑owned, and three‑generation women‑owned business, and one of the nation’s largest independent electrical and industrial distributors.