Warehouse Associate

Warehouse Associate

Douglassville - Douglassville, TX 75560

Overview

Salary Range $21.00

About the Position

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for supporting daily warehouse operations while maintaining a strong commitment to customer service and accuracy. This role performs essential tasks such as material handling, order fulfillment, and inventory control in a high-volume environment. Warehouse Associates are expected to follow established procedures, uphold safety and quality standards, and actively contribute to a clean and efficient warehouse operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately pick, pack, and ship materials in alignment with customer expectations and order requirements.
• Load and unload truck orders while following safety protocols and material handling best practices.
• Store materials properly within designated warehouse racking and storage locations.
• Conduct routine and accurate cycle counts to support inventory integrity.
• Receive, inspect, and put away incoming materials promptly and accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional warehouse and yard environment.
• Operate forklifts and related warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Provide occasional support to other customer locations by driving and assisting when required.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse and forklift experience required.
• Valid driver's license required for business travel between locations.
• Experience loading and securing flatbed trailers preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and standard Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Effective interpersonal skills to collaborate across all levels of the organization and with customers.

Core Competencies

• Adaptability & Continuous Improvement
• Business Acumen
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Commitment to Cooperative Values
• Dependability & Accountability
• Effective Communication
• Integrity & Ethics
• Member Focus
• Organization & Time Management
• Problem Solving & Decision-Making
• Professionalism
• Safety Awareness

Warehouse Operations Competencies

• Accuracy & Attention to Detail
• Equipment Operation & Care
• Inventory Handling & Control
• Workplace Organization & Compliance
• Productivity & Work Efficiency
• Teamwork & Collaboration

Physical Requirements

• Safely lift, carry, push, and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds as required.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and other environmental elements.
• Stand and walk for extended periods while performing warehouse and material handling duties.
• Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach, push, pull, and climb to safely perform essential job functions.
• Safely operate forklifts and other warehouse or material handling equipment, as authorized and required.
• Maintain attention to detail and consistently follow established safety procedures in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Visually inspect materials, read labels and inventory information, and accurately complete required documentation.
• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, to understand work instructions, complete assignments, and collaborate professionally with team members.

The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or provide relief during peak periods. Management reserves the right to add, modify, or remove duties as needed to meet the needs of the organization.