Warehouse Associate

Are you organized, dependable, and ready to play an important role in keeping daily operations moving? Do you enjoy hands‑on work and take pride in maintaining accurate inventory? If so, we’d love to have you join us as a Warehouse Associate at Socket Fiber . In this role, you’ll help ensure inventory is accurate, organized, and prepared for construction and installation teams. You’ll receive and label incoming materials, prepare orders for pickup or shipment, inspect inventory, and help maintain a clean and safe warehouse. This position involves working both indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions. Location: This is an on‑site warehouse position located in Columbia, Missouri. What You’ll Do Maintain inventory accuracy by completing inventory counts and ensuring materials are properly documented. Manage incoming inventory by receiving, labeling, and distributing materials. Keep materials organized by storing inventory in an orderly and accessible manner. Inspect inventory regularly to identify possible defects or damaged materials. Process inventory requests by reviewing and appropriately accepting or rejecting requests. Prepare outgoing materials by pulling needed items and preparing them for pickup or shipment. Maintain a clean warehouse by sweeping and mopping floors and removing dust and debris from items and shelves. Support safe operations by properly using pallet jacks, dollies, and wheeled carts. Pitch in as needed and take on additional duties that support warehouse and company operations. Desired Attributes Beyond the qualifications, these attributes are what make someone a great fit for our team: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Self‑motivated with initiative and drive Dependable and able to follow directions Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Committed to maintaining accurate documentation Safety‑minded and willing to contribute wherever needed Preferred Qualifications What Will Help You Stand Out At least one year of related warehouse or inventory experience Experience receiving, labeling, organizing, or distributing inventory Experience safely operating a pallet jack, dolly, or wheeled cart A proven ability to maintain accurate inventory records and documentation Why Join Socket Fiber? At Socket Fiber, we’re redefining what it means to connect communities. Our warehouse team plays a vital role in supporting the materials and equipment needed to build, install, and maintain our growing fiber network. You’ll join a team where dependable work matters and employee contributions help move the entire company forward. A few of the keyways we strive to make employees feel valued include: Competitive compensation Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits 401(k) matching Discounted fiber services Our Core Values Respect: Toward all customers, communities, property, and coworkers. Advocacy: We don’t just support customers, we champion them. Transparency: In what we deliver and how we do business. Progress: We grow with our customers and our communities. Winning: We work together to deliver excellent service and meaningful results. Requirements What We’re Looking For To be considered for this role, you’ll need the following required qualifications: Ability to lift up to 70 pounds Ability to safely operate a pallet jack, dolly, and wheeled cart Strong organizational skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to maintain accurate inventory records and documentation Ability to work in a physically demanding environment Ability to follow directions and complete assigned tasks Willingness to work both indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions Valid driver’s license with a clear driving record This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Salary And Benefits Are Commensurate With Experience. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer participates in E‑Verify. This role is not eligible for relocation. #J-18808-Ljbffr