Employee-Owned Warehouse Associate

The Kendall Group; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kendall Group in Portage, MI is seeking a Distribution Center Associate to help receive, store, and distribute stock across our fast-paced facility. This entry-level role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork in a growing employee-owned company.

Responsibilities include picking, packing, receiving inventory, restocking designated areas, forklift operation and loading/unloading trucks, while maintaining quality standards and supporting continuous improvement in daily operations.

Qualifications

• Entry level position; no prior experience required.
• Ability to use barcode scanners, printers, and basic warehouse equipment.
• Strong organization and communication skills; able to work independently.
• Team-oriented and able to follow supervisor direction.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform receipt, placement into inventory, selection for shipment, and shipment of stock.
• Pick orders accurately and promptly.
• Pack orders.
• Receive inventory and restock in designated areas.
• Operate forklift or hand trucks and assist with loading/unloading.

Skills

Service Excellence

Results, Action Oriented

Accountability and Responsibility

Teamwork and collaboration

Safety Conscious

Tools

Barcode Scanner

RF Scanner

Printer

Forklift

Job description

The Kendall Group in Portage, MI is seeking a Distribution Center Associate to help receive, store, and distribute stock across our fast-paced facility. This entry-level role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork in a growing employee-owned company.

Responsibilities include picking, packing, receiving inventory, restocking designated areas, forklift operation and loading/unloading trucks, while maintaining quality standards and supporting continuous improvement in daily operations.