Warehouse Worker

Warehouse Inventory Specialist

This role focuses on accurately managing warehouse inventory by counting large volumes of items on pallets, using scan guns to pick and pack orders, and preparing shipments. The position offers room for growth within a clean, technology-driven warehouse environment and suits a well-rounded warehouse professional who enjoys hands-on work and contributing to a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Count and verify hundreds of inventory items on pallets with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Use scan guns to pick and pack customer orders according to established procedures.
• Prepare orders for shipment, including labeling, staging, and organizing outgoing products.
• Perform general warehouse duties such as material handling, stocking, and organizing inventory.
• Support shipping and receiving activities, including checking in incoming shipments and processing outgoing orders.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and update data using Microsoft Excel and warehouse computer systems.
• Operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts, to move and organize materials as needed, where qualified and trained.
• Assist with maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly warehouse environment.
• Adapt to various warehouse tasks as a jack-of-all-trades, supporting different operational needs as they arise.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily order volume and productivity goals.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 3 years of warehouse experience.
• Strong attention to detail, especially when counting and verifying inventory.
• Proven strong work ethic and reliability.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Previous forklift experience.
• Experience with warehouse, materials handling, and inventory processes.
• Experience in shipping and receiving operations.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to enter and manage data in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs safely and repeatedly.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bi-lingual (Spanish) communication skills.
• Experience operating forklifts in a warehouse setting.
• Comfort using or learning warehouse management software such as Nextsweep (training provided).
• Background in handling tile, masonry tools, or related building materials is beneficial.
• Experience working in smaller, growing companies where flexibility and versatility are valued.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing, forward-thinking organization that offers clear room for growth and advancement. The company fosters a clean, modern, and technology-enabled warehouse environment supported by a positive, free-thinking culture. Team members enjoy a relaxed yet professional atmosphere, strong camaraderie, and the opportunity to grow with a business that has expanded steadily over the years. As one of the earlier hires in a growing operation, you will have the chance to make a meaningful impact and shape future processes and practices.

Work Environment

The role is based in a very clean and well-maintained warehouse that also includes an on-site showroom for tile and masonry tools and equipment. The company primarily sells products online and processes approximately 1,400 orders per month, creating a steady and engaging workflow. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for a 40-hour work week. The environment is described as free-thinking and relaxed, while still focused on productivity and quality. You will work with modern warehouse technology, including scan guns and a computer program called Nextsweep (with training provided), as well as Microsoft Excel for data entry and inventory tracking. The facility recently relocated and continues to grow at a measured pace, offering a stable yet dynamic setting where employees can develop alongside the business.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Hamden, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Hamden,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 2026.