Warehouse Associate

Warehouse Associates / Forklift Operators

We are seeking experienced Warehouse Associates / Forklift Operators to support operations in a fast-paced warehouse and distribution environment. This role requires extensive operation of Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) while performing order fulfillment, inventory management, shipping, receiving, and material handling activities throughout the shift. This is a physically demanding position that requires employees to be on their feet for the entire shift, safely operate warehouse equipment, and consistently meet productivity, quality, and attendance expectations.

Warehouse Operations

• Pull, pick, and prepare customer orders for shipment.
• Accurately pack, stage, and organize outbound orders.
• Receive, verify, stage, and stock incoming inventory and materials.
• Unload incoming deliveries and place materials in designated warehouse locations.
• Perform inventory counts and cycle counts.
• Restock inventory locations as needed.
• Identify and report inventory discrepancies.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and warehouse organization.

Equipment Operation

• Operate Sit-Down Forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Operate Order Pickers / Cherry Pickers at heights up to 10 feet or higher.
• Operate Reach Trucks as required (preferred experience).
• Operate Electric Pallet Jacks as required (preferred experience).
• Follow all PIT safety guidelines and operating procedures.

Quality & Safety

• Inspect materials for damage or defects.
• Follow all warehouse safety procedures and company policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Report safety concerns, damaged materials, and inventory discrepancies promptly.
• Support a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of recent Sit-Down Forklift experience.
• Minimum 1 year of recent Order Picker / Cherry Picker experience.
• Recent warehouse or distribution center experience.
• Ability to consistently lift and move materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, twist, push, pull, reach, and climb throughout an 8+ hour shift.
• Comfortable working at heights while operating warehouse equipment.
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
• Basic computer skills, including:
  • Email communication
  • Internet navigation
  • Basic Microsoft Excel usage
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Reach Truck experience.
• Electric Pallet Jack experience.
• Experience using RF scanners.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Experience in:
  • Shipping & Receiving
  • Inventory Control
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Distribution Operations