Warehouse Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

API International is a family business that was established in Portland, Oregon in 1979. We are a manufacturer and engineering solutions provider that specializes in flanges, expansion joints, valves, other pipe fittings, and custom-fabricated parts for the Agriculture, Exhaust, HVAC, and Water Works markets. At API International, we offer a generous benefit package including:

• Employer-paid health, vision, dental insurance, and long-term disability.
  • Full coverage of the base plan premium on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Spouse and family eligible for 100% coverage on the base plan premium after one year.
• 80 hours of PTO and 152 hours after the first year (prorated).
• 8 paid holidays (including your birthday).
• 401k with a 4% company match.
• Voluntary Benefits.
  • FSA and life insurance.
• Opportunities for advancement within the company.

The Warehouse Associate position supports API by assisting the warehouse department in receiving products and fulfilling customer orders promptly, consistent with API’s focus on overall product and service quality targets.

A typical day:

• Safely operate forklift and other material handling equipment.
• Read, pull, and package small sales orders.
• Package and prepare products for shipment.
• Properly locate and identify parts in the warehouse.
• Assist and process in receiving import and domestic product containers.
• Perform duties in accordance with published health, safety, and general housekeeping procedures.
• Carry out responsibilities in accordance with company and customer requirements.
• Miscellaneous responsibilities: assist others on the team, improve the company’s support systems, and meet/exceed departmental and/or corporate goals.

The ideal candidate requires the following:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of product handling and packaging techniques.
• Must be willing to take courses relating to this position.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment safely and competently (i.e., pallet jacks, stackers, forklifts, stretch-wrap equipment, etc.).

We highly prefer the following:

• Certified forklift operator.