Warehouse Associate

# Warehouse AssociateGarner, NC 27529## Description**Warehouse Associate**Job DescriptionGeneral Refrigeration Company is seeking a dependable and safety focused Warehouse Associate to support and carry out daily warehouse operations. This role is responsible for receiving, organizing, staging, and distributing materials and equipment, while helping maintain an efficient, accurate, and safe warehouse environment. The Warehouse Associate works independently on routine warehouse tasks and supports field operations by ensuring materials, tools, and equipment are ready and available when needed.**Role and Responsibilities*** Perform daily warehouse operations including receiving, stocking, staging, issuing, and transferring materials and equipment* Verify incoming shipments against packing slips and purchase orders; report discrepancies, damage, or shortages to the Warehouse Manager* Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to load, unload, move, and organize inventory safely and efficiently* Maintain accurate inventory locations and assist with cycle counts and inventory reconciliation* Pick, pack, and prepare materials, tools, and equipment for delivery to job sites, ensuring orders are complete and accurate* Maintain warehouse organization, cleanliness, and safe storage practices for materials and equipment* Identify low stock levels or frequently used items and notify the Warehouse Manager to support timely reordering* Follow all company safety policies and warehouse procedures; model safe work practices and report hazards or incidents immediately* Assist in training or guiding Warehouse Helpers or new team members on basic warehouse tasks and procedures* Support basic maintenance and safe operation of warehouse equipment and tools* Perform other warehouse or logistics related duties as assigned to support operational needs## Qualifications**Qualifications and Required Experience*** + High School diploma or equivalent + Valid drivers license and ability to obtain DOT card + 1 to 3 years of warehouse, construction supply, or industrial inventory experience preferred + Forklift certification required or ability to become certified within a defined timeframe + Working knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory handling, and material staging + Ability to read packing slips, shipping documents, and basic inventory records + Strong attention to detail and ability to work with limited supervision + Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with warehouse staff and field personnel + Reliable, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment + Basic computer skills for inventory systems or material tracking preferred**Physical Requirements:*** Fast-paced warehouse environment* Regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting* Ability to lift and carry materials up to 75 pounds occasionally and 50 pounds frequently* Exposure to varying temperatures, noise, and warehouse conditions* May require occasional weekend or extended hours based on operational need #J-18808-Ljbffr