Warehouse Associate

Warehouse AssociatePay: $17.00 per hour Now hiring for a Warehouse Associate Location: Salinas, CA Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour Schedule: 1st Shift | 5 AM – 1:30 PM | Monday – Friday Move It, Stack It, Ship It — Your Next Warehouse Associate Job Starts Now. Looking for Warehouse Associate jobs in Salinas where every day keeps products moving? This opportunity lets you support warehouse operations through picking, packing, shipping, receiving, and inventory handling while helping ensure orders are completed safely and accurately. If your skills and experience are a good match for this role, apply today! This opportunity is based on a Warehouse Associate career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates. Education Requirements High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required. Ability to understand workplace safety procedures, work instructions, and warehouse processes. Experience Requirements Previous experience in warehouse operations, unloading, palletizing, loading, shipping, receiving, or general labor preferred. Experience working in a fast-paced distribution center or warehouse environment is a plus. Familiarity with conveyor systems, pallet wrapping, and inventory handling is beneficial. Preferred Qualifications Strong attention to detail when inspecting products and shipments. Dependable with excellent attendance and a positive work ethic. Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team. Strong communication skills and commitment to workplace safety. Physical Capabilities Ability to repeatedly lift and move 35-50 lbs. throughout the shift. Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods. Comfortable working inside trailers and warehouse environments. Able to perform physically demanding work in a fast-paced setting. Job Duties Unload floor-loaded containers using manual labor and conveyor equipment. Inspect trailers and products for cleanliness, damage, and contamination using visual and black-light inspections. Sort and palletize products according to item codes and date-code requirements. Shrink-wrap completed pallets and apply identification tags for shipment and inventory tracking. Use proper lifting techniques and warehouse equipment to maintain productivity and reduce physical strain. Communicate product changes and workflow updates with team members to ensure efficient operations. Follow rotation schedules, safety procedures, and PPE requirements. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse work area at all times. Benefits Competitive Weekly Pay Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind. Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future. Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment with opportunities for advancement and career growth. It's more than just work — it's the people. Tyjon gets it: "They have good vibes. The people make you feel welcome." – Tyjon, Staffmark Associate What You Will Do As a Warehouse Associate you will receive, pick, pack, sort, stage, load, unload, and organize products throughout warehouse operations. You will verify inventory, prepare shipments, maintain accurate product locations, support order fulfillment, assist with inventory counts, and help ensure efficient warehouse operations while following established safety procedures. The Warehouse Associate plays an important role in warehouse and distribution operations by helping products move efficiently from receiving through shipment. This position requires attention to detail, strong work habits, and the ability to perform a variety of warehouse responsibilities. Successful Warehouse Associate candidates understand warehouse organization, inventory procedures, shipping processes, and safe material handling while supporting efficient daily operations. Reliable performance contributes directly to customer satisfaction. This role rewards individuals who enjoy hands-on warehouse work. About Us At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact. Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. 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