Warehouse Associate

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Warehouse Associate to join our growing aftermarket warehouse distribution team. In this role, you will handle the day-to-day operations of our aftermarket parts distribution hub. Your main focus will be processing incoming and outgoing parts through accurate picking, efficient put-away, secure packaging, and timely shipping. This position is vital to ensuring our customers receive the right parts on time, every time.

Key Responsibilities

• Picking and Put-Away
• Read operational schedules and order sheets to pick aftermarket parts accurately from warehouse shelves.
• Transport materials to and from various bins, skids, and containers.
• Use order pickers, forklifts, and stand-up trucks to place newly arrived stock into correct inventory locations.
• Line set and organize materials to keep production and distribution moving smoothly.
• Packaging and Shipping
• Inspect all parts for quality and identify any damaged materials before shipping.
• Package, kit, and label aftermarket parts securely to prevent damage during transit.
• Load and unload shipping containers, delivery trucks, and pallets efficiently.

Inventory and Equipment Control

• Maintain strict inventory records by performing routine cycle counts and stock transfers.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems and handheld barcode scanners to log all inventory movements.
• Identify and immediately report any part shortages or inventory discrepancies.
• Maintain a valid forklift or stand-up truck license, completing daily maintenance logs for all operated equipment.

Safety and Housekeeping

• Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and free of hazards through good housekeeping practices.

• Help maintain safety standards across all distribution areas.

• Assist team members with lifting heavy objects when required.

• Participate in physical inventory events and quality improvement initiatives.

• Report to work reliably and remain willing to work overtime on short notice when order volumes increase.

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

• Experience: 1 to 2 years of proven experience in a warehouse or distribution center environment.

• Licensing: Valid driver's license required. Ability to maintain an internal forklift, pallet jack, and stand-up truck operator certification.

• Technical Skills: Working knowledge of ERP/MRP warehouse software and handheld barcode scanner systems.

• Physical Capabilities: Ability to lift and move a minimum of 40 pounds without assistance.

• Ability to climb a ladder to a height of at least 20 feet while wearing appropriate safety gear.

• Screening: Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

• Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Continuous physical movement including standing, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling throughout the shift.

• Regular operation of industrial equipment, material handling vehicles, and power tools.

• Coordination required for precise barcode scanning, writing reports, and logging digital inventory entries.

- Occasional extended hours or weekend shifts depending on customer demands and shipment schedules.

You should be proficient in:

• Shipping/Receiving
• Material Handler Experience
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment