Entry-Level Data Center Logistics Associate

Milestone Technologies, Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Milestone Technologies, Inc. is seeking an entry-level DC Logistics Associate in Cedar Rapids, IA to move parts, materials, and inventory within client data centers and warehouses.

You will support receiving, staging, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping while following site procedures and safety rules. You’ll work under Logistics Specialists, Leads, and Managers, performing basic transactions, labeling, scanning, and inventory control while using approved equipment and maintaining organized

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• 0–1 year of experience in logistics, warehouse operations, material handling, retail stockroom, manufacturing, distribution, or related environment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Basic computer, tablet, or mobile device literacy.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn inventory control practices.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and as part of a team.
• Positive, respectful, and professional attitude.
• Ability to understand and follow workplace safety requirements.
• Ability to safely lift and move up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform physical work for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Safely move parts, equipment, and inventory throughout warehouse and data center environments.
• Support receiving, staging, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping activities.
• Assist with rack, server, cable, peripheral, spare parts, and general data center material movement.
• Conduct basic inventory counts and assist with cycle count activities.
• Perform accurate transactions in approved inventory, ticketing, or asset management systems.
• Label, scan, sort, organize, and stage materials according to site procedures.
• Use approved material handling equipment such as carts, pallet jacks, and other tools as trained and authorized.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, safety protocols, and escalation paths.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas in accordance with 5S or equivalent workplace standards.
• Communicate task status, inventory discrepancies, damaged materials, or safety concerns to the appropriate team member or supervisor.
• Support team goals related to service quality, accuracy, safety, and on-time completion.
• Participate in required training and demonstrate a willingness to learn data center logistics processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of data center logistics operations.
• Travel up to 25% may be required based on client/site needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent work

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Barcode scanners

Inventory systems

Handheld devices

Ticketing systems

Job description

Milestone Technologies, Inc. is seeking an entry-level DC Logistics Associate in Cedar Rapids, IA to move parts, materials, and inventory within client data centers and warehouses.

You will support receiving, staging, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping while following site procedures and safety rules. You’ll work under Logistics Specialists, Leads, and Managers, performing basic transactions, labeling, scanning, and inventory control while using approved equipment and maintaining organized