Warehouse Associate

Warehouse Associate

The Warehouse Associate supports production and warehouse operations by safely handling materials, operating powered industrial equipment, and maintaining accurate inventory records. This role focuses on reloading and changing spools, moving materials with sit-down forklifts and electric pallet jacks, and using SAP and RF scanners to ensure efficient, first-in/first-out inventory control and accurate labeling, reweighing, and stocking of materials.

Responsibilities

• Support production by reloading and changing spools in a timely and accurate manner.
• Operate a sit-down (Yale) forklift to move, load, and unload materials safely and efficiently.
• Use an electric pallet jack to transport materials within the warehouse and production areas.
• Utilize SAP and RF scanners to track inventory, record transactions, and maintain accurate stock levels.
• Check inventory using first-in/first-out (FIFO) methods to ensure proper material rotation.
• Reweigh, label, and stock materials as needed to maintain organized and clearly identified inventory.
• Perform packing and packaging tasks to prepare products and materials for shipping.
• Assist with shipping and receiving activities, including LTL shipping, to ensure timely and accurate order processing.
• Follow all safety procedures and participate in the safety program by reporting near misses or concerns.
• Collaborate with a small warehouse team to meet production and distribution goals.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area.
• Participate in training sessions, including lunch-and-learn events, to build skills and knowledge.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience operating a sit-down forklift, preferably with Yale equipment.
• Ability to safely operate an electric pallet jack in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Experience using RF scanners for inventory tracking and material handling.
• Understanding of basic inventory control practices, including first-in/first-out (FIFO) methods.
• Ability to perform packing, packaging, and shipping and receiving tasks.
• Comfort working with LTL shipping processes.
• Attention to detail when reweighing, labeling, and stocking materials.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and contribute to a strong safety culture.
• Strong work ethic with reliable attendance, positive attitude, and willingness to learn.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• SAP experience is a major plus and highly valued for this role.
• Prior experience with warehouse loading and material handling.
• Familiarity with packaging operations and shipping documentation.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and skill development.
• Ability to work effectively in a small, close-knit team environment.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy a close-knit, community-oriented environment supported by the stability of a larger corporate structure. The organization offers medical, dental, and vision benefits along with a 401(k) plan, providing a strong foundation for long-term financial and personal well-being. Team members benefit from regular one-on-one reviews focused on contribution, effort, attitude, attendance, and learning, creating a culture of continuous feedback and growth. A robust safety program rewards proactive safety engagement with incentives and recognition. The company invests in employee development through lunch-and-learn trainings and celebrates its workforce with an annual appreciation week and smaller events, fostering a supportive and engaging workplace.

Work Environment

The role is based in an air-conditioned manufacturing and distribution facility, providing a comfortable indoor working environment. You will work as part of a small team of approximately two to three people on site, within a broader local workforce of around 50 employees and a larger extended team. The facility uses sit-down (Yale) forklifts, electric pallet jacks, SAP, and RF scanners as core tools and technologies. The culture emphasizes regular one-on-one reviews instead of annual reviews, with raises tied to contribution, effort, attitude, attendance, and learning rather than being guaranteed. Safety is a high priority, supported by an incentive-based program that rewards employees for reporting near misses or safety concerns. The workplace offers lunch-and-learn training sessions with provided meals, smaller social events such as Super Bowl activities, and an Employee Appreciation Week in early March featuring daily snacks. Dress expectations align with a typical manufacturing and warehouse environment, prioritizing safety and practicality.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pinellas Park, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pinellas Park, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 2026.