Warehouse Worker

Warehouse WorkerThis role is a general laborer and material handler position within a manufacturing and warehouse environment. You will support production operations by moving materials between floors, ensuring that both production and warehouse areas have the supplies they need. The work is repetitive and physically demanding, requiring frequent lifting, bending, and walking up and down stairs while following clear instructions from leadership.ResponsibilitiesGather materials from the third floor and transport them to the first floor via stairs to ensure production has adequate supplies.Move materials from the warehouse area to appropriate locations so all departments have what they need to operate efficiently.Carry and lift boxes and materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.Follow directions from supervisors regarding which materials to retrieve, where to deliver them, and in what quantities.Perform repetitive material handling tasks while maintaining focus on safety and accuracy.Load and unload materials in the warehouse portion of the manufacturing plant.Use pallet jacks to move pallets and materials throughout the facility.Operate a forklift once trained, to assist with loading, unloading, and material movement.Pick and pack orders and materials as needed to support production and warehouse operations.Use RF scanners for inventory, order picking, and tracking materials when required.Assist with labeling boxes and maintaining accurate warehouse inventory records.Support basic packaging and production-related material handling tasks.Help keep work areas clean and organized by performing general cleaning duties in the warehouse.Work reliably during scheduled hours and communicate promptly about any attendance issues.Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures while working in a busy manufacturing and warehouse environment.Essential SkillsAbility to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly and perform frequent bending, walking, and stair climbing.Comfort working in a physically demanding, repetitive role involving material handling and general labor.Ability to take direction well and follow instructions accurately from supervisors.Self-motivated attitude with the ability to stay productive without constant supervision.Strong punctuality and reliability, with a consistent record of showing up on time.Willingness to work in a warehouse and manufacturing environment that can be loud and somewhat dirty.Basic familiarity with warehouse settings, including lifting boxes and handling materials.Ability to work the scheduled shift from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with forklifts is welcomed but not required; training will be provided if needed.Experience using pallet jacks for moving pallets and materials is beneficial.Background in packing, picking, and order picking in a warehouse or production environment is an asset.Experience with RF scanners for inventory and order management is helpful.Knowledge of general warehouse inventory practices, including labeling and tracking stock.Previous experience in materials handling, loading, and unloading in a warehouse environment is a plus.Comfort with cleaning and maintaining a tidy work area in a busy warehouse.No direct material handling experience is required; candidates who are physically able and willing to learn are encouraged to apply.Why Work Here?You will join a supportive team that values reliability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic. The position offers a clear pathway from contract to potential hire, providing stability and the opportunity to grow within a busy manufacturing and warehouse setting. You will receive on-the-job training, including the chance to learn equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts, while working alongside a great onsite team that focuses on collaboration and mutual support.Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a manufacturing and warehouse facility that produces catalytic motors. The environment can be loud and somewhat dirty due to ongoing production activities, and you will spend much of your time moving between the third and first floors via stairs. You will work around typical warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, RF scanners, and various packaging and material handling tools. The scheduled hours are from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and you will be expected to remain on your feet for most of the shift while lifting, carrying, and organizing materials in an active, fast-paced setting.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Bedford, MA.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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)Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026.Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in New Bedford, MA.