Receiving and Inventory Associate

General Fasteners; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays

Generous PTO

401(k) option

FSAs

Life insurance

Casual environment

Positive team-oriented culture

Healthcare options

Job summary

General Fasteners Company in Portage, MI is seeking a full-time Receiving and Inventory Associate to join our warehouse team. You will handle receiving, picking, packing, and shipping, while maintaining inventory accuracy and safety in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work independently or with a team. Benefits include healthcare options, PTO, 401(k), and a casual, team-oriented culture that values work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Previous receiving, warehouse, distribution, or inventory experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical warehouse duties.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect incoming shipments for accuracy and damage.
• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment following company standards.
• Load and unload delivery trucks using forklifts or pallet jacks.
• Organize stock and maintain inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts; operate warehouse equipment safely.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with other general warehouse duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team-oriented

Reliability

Self-motivated

Tools

Forklift

Outlook

Excel

Job description

General Fasteners Company located in Portage, MI is looking to hire a full-time Receiving and Inventory Associate. Would you like to join a stable and growing local company where there is potential for career growth? If so, please read on!

Thisposition earns a competitive starting wage, and we also offer great benefits and perks, such as

• 10 paid holidays
• generous paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) option
• flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• life insurance
• down-to-earth casual environment
• positive team-oriented culture

Our full-time employees also have access to medical, dental, vision, and other insurance options.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RECEIVING AND INVENTORY ASSOCIATE

This position is responsible for receiving, picking, packing, and shipping products, as well as maintaining inventory accuracy and a safe, organized warehouse. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented and able to work independently as well as in a team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Receive and inspect incoming shipments for accuracy and damage
• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment following company standards
• Load and unload delivery trucks using appropriate equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks
• Organize stock and maintain inventory accuracy through regular cycle countsOperate warehouse equipment safely and efficiently
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Assist with other general warehouse duties as assigned

WORK SCHEDULE - PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING

1st Shift 6:0AM - 2:30PM Monday through Friday

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous receiving, warehouse, distribution, or inventory experience preferred
• Experience checking in freight, verifying quantities, and maintaining inventory accuracy
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Forklift experience or willingness to become certified
• Basic computer skills, including Outlook and Excel
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical warehouse duties
• Dependable, self-motivated, and team-oriented
• Willingness to assist with local customer deliveries as needed

This job operates in a warehouse environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to inside ambient temperatures. Noise level may be high when operating powered industrial equipment. Employees are required to use appropriate safety equipment to prevent injury to self and/or others.

ABOUT GENERAL FASTENERS COMPANY

Founded in 1952, General Fasteners Company is a full-service distributor of Fasteners and Assembly Components. We excel at providing great products, superior customer service, customized Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs, product testing, and engineering solutions for our valued customers. Our company culture plays a large part in our success. With 11 locations in North America, General Fasteners Company continues to provide these services to numerous companies throughout North America.

General Fasteners Company continues to find new and innovative ways to service our customers as we carry on the traditional values on which our company was founded. After 70 years, we continue to be a privately held Michigan corporation dedicated to helping our customers reach their strategic goals through inventory solutions.

We believe that happy, talented employees add value to our company. We do our best to hire friendly, down-to-earth people who make good team members. We also promote a healthy work-life balanceand personal development.