Warehouse Associate

Job Summary

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for supporting warehouse operations through receiving, storing, picking, and shipping activities while ensuring compliance with quality system standards. The role includes operating material handling equipment, processing inventory transactions through computer systems, inspecting incoming materials for accuracy, and supporting quality assurance and inventory control processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and able to perform physical warehouse duties in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain effectiveness of the quality system in daily warehouse operations
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment, including pallet jacks and pushcarts
• Process receipts, putaways, picks, and replenishments using warehouse computer systems
• Package and label customer orders accurately according to specifications
• Inspect incoming products and verify accuracy against shipping manifests
• Identify and escalate inventory discrepancies to inventory control or management
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance teams to disposition incoming products
• Maintain accurate inventory handling and ensure compliance with operational procedures
• Support general warehouse operations including organizing, staging, and handling materials
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Perform additional warehouse duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to perform basic math and follow written operating procedures
• Ability to read, understand, and follow detailed instructions and picking sheets
• Forklift certification preferred or ability to obtain certification (company provided)
• Ability to operate forklifts, manual pallet jacks, and rolling pushcarts
• Ability to communicate inventory discrepancies to supervisors or management
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling materials and documentation
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment with changing priorities

Work Experience

• Previous warehouse, logistics, shipping/receiving, or inventory control experience preferred
• Experience working in quality-controlled or regulated warehouse environments is a plus