Warehouse Associate 1st Shift

Nokian Lastik; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) eligible after one month

401(k) matching 100% on first 6%

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Fitness reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Short Term Incentive Bonus

Job summary

Nokian Tyres is seeking a 1st shift Warehouse Associate in Colchester, VT. You'll handle forklift-operated logistics tasks, receive and verify inbound goods, pick/pack/dispatch orders, and maintain accurate records in logistics systems.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in warehousing, basic data entry skills, and a safety‑minded, team-oriented attitude. Full‑time position with benefits and day‑one eligibility for perks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in a logistics/warehouse storage environment preferred.
• Lean / process improvement tools experience and/or interest in advancing knowledge in this area.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Operate logistics equipment safely and in accordance with specifications, schedules, safety targets, and quality standards.
• Receives incoming goods, checks for damage and for discrepancies between goods and invoices.
• Picks orders, packs, receives, and dispatches outgoing goods according to orders.
• Loads and unloads delivery trucks– regularly requiring physical moving and lifting of product weighing up to 85lbs.
• Designates and organizes warehouse stock by product skew and by physical alignment, allowing sufficient space for forklift maneuverability.
• Compiles and submits regular reports of damaged, outdated stock or supplies, over and under shipments, return of products to vendor, etc. and segregates defective product from normal flow of inventory.
• Assists in verifying all incoming and outgoing products for accuracy in terms of amount, size and type.
• Notifies leadership of inventory and supply shortages as well as assisting in actual periodic inventory counts.
• Operates powered industrial vehicles (forklifts, pallet jacks, order pickers, etc.) in a safe manner and maintains an operator license, if required.
• Enters data into logistics management systems to maintain up‑to‑date records and retrieve stored information to respond to inquiries.

Skills

Forklift operation

Data entry

Speed and accuracy

Teamwork

Adaptability

Problem solving

Pre-employment tests

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1-2 years logistics experience

Lean / process improvement tools

Tools

Logistics management systems

Job description

We are Hiring Immediately for a 1 st Shift, Warehouse Associate.

Join the team and enjoy the Perks now, such as Benefits, starting on Day ONE!!!!

Monday-Friday

General Duties & Functions

• Operates logistics equipment safely and in accordance with specifications, schedules, safety targets, and quality standards
• Receives incoming goods, checks for damage and for discrepancies between goods and invoices
• Picks orders, packs, receives, and dispatches outgoing goods according to orders
• Loads and unloads delivery trucks– regularly requiring physical moving and lifting of product weighing up to 85lbs
• Designates and organizes warehouse stock by product skew and by physical alignment, allowing sufficient space for forklift maneuverability
• Compiles and submits regular reports of damaged, outdated stock or supplies, over and under shipments, return of products to vendor, etc. and segregates defective product from normal flow of inventory
• Assists in verifying all incoming and outgoing products for accuracy in terms of amount, size and type
• Notifies leadership of inventory and supply shortages as well as assisting in actual periodic inventory counts
• Operates powered industrial vehicles (forklifts, pallet jacks, order pickers, etc.) in a safe manner and maintains an operator license, if required
• Enters data into logistics management systems to maintain up‑to‑date records and retrieve stored information to respond to inquiries

Skills/Qualifications

• Experience driving/operating a forklift, retrieving and delivering material in tight places and narrow aisles, loading and unloading semi-trailers and operating a forklift in a high bay storage facility
• Possess basic computer data entry skills, including the ability to operate and load simple computer programs as required using logistics management systems
• Ability to operate with speed and accuracy
• Demonstrates team spirit, shows flexibility and positive attitude as an active team contributor
• Demonstrates the ability to work in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrates problem solving skills, is able to recognize and appropriately elevate issues when situations arise
• Ability to successfully complete the pre‑hire basic skills test and assessments
• Ability to successfully pass pre‑employment background check, physical exam and drug screen
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 1 to 2 years of experience in a logistics/warehouse storage environment preferred
• Lean / process improvement tools experience and/or interest in advancing knowledge in this area

Physical Requirements and Demands

• Frequent reaching, grasping, bending, and stooping
• Frequent pulling and/or pushing up to 20 lbs independently, and occasional pushing and/or pulling up to 35 lb independently, and greater weights with mechanical automation assistance
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 20 lbs independently, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 lbs independently, and greater weights with mechanical automation assistance
• Must be able to frequently engage in repetitive motions requiring substantial movement of the wrist, hands and/or fingers
• Adequate vision to read work instructions, job aids and guides, and detect imperfections in finished product
• Ability to work in environment with limited climate control and varied temperature levels
• Must be able to communicate effectively in an environment with continual noise, requiring the ability to hear, understand and communicate work instructions and directions while wearing company provided hearing protection
• Must be able to be frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, electrical equipment, mechanical equipment and vibration

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) eligible after one month
• 401(k) matching 100% on first 6%
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Fitness reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities
• Short Term Incentive Bonus

Nokian Tyres is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.