Business Skills, Business Solutions, Communication Skills, Computer Systems, Continuous Improvement, Customer Service Management, Detail Oriented, Distribution Warehousing, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Forklift, High School Diploma, Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Reports, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Operational Support, Operations, Order Management, Order Picking/Packing, Order Processing, Order/Customer Fulfillment, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Development, Process Improvement, Purchase Orders, Safety Process, Shipping Requirements, Shipping/Receiving, Team Player, Time Management, Warehousing, Writing Skills
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.