Shipping & Warehouse Associate

Gibson Engineering; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibson Engineering in Massachusetts is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support production through picking and delivering components, shipping, and receiving. The role emphasizes inventory accuracy, pallet building, and efficient material movement to ensure on-time deliveries.

Responsibilities include handling inbound and outbound shipments, operating forklifts and pallet jacks, maintaining ERP records, and coordinating with production, purchasing, and logistics to maintain safety and quality

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Warehouse/shipping or material handling experience preferred.
• Forklift experience or certification preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical duties.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and process incoming materials and shipments.
• Load, unload, package, label, and prepare outbound shipments.
• Pick and stage components and materials to support daily production.
• Build, crate, and secure pallets for large equipment and customer shipments.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely.
• Maintain inventory transactions and assist with cycle counts.
• Ensure warehouse organization, cleanliness, and compliance with safety procedures.
• Coordinate with production, purchasing, and logistics teams to support operational goals and on-time deliveries.

Skills

Shipping & receiving

Inventory control

Material handling

Pallet building & packaging

ERP systems

Safety & quality

Education

High school diploma orequivalent

Job description

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for shipping, receiving, inventory handling, and material movement within the warehouse. This role supports production by picking and delivering components, maintaining inventory accuracy, and preparing finished goods for shipment, including building and packaging pallets for large equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and process incoming materials and shipments.


• Load, unload, package, label, and prepare outbound shipments.


• Pick and stage components and materials to support daily production requirements.


• Build, crate, and secure pallets for large equipment and customer shipments.


• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely.


• Maintain accurate inventory transactions and assist with cycle counts.


• Ensure warehouse organization, cleanliness, and compliance with safety procedures.


• Coordinate with production, purchasing, and logistics teams to support operational goals and on-time deliveries.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Experience in warehouse, shipping/receiving, or material handling operations preferred.


• Forklift experience or certification preferred.


• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical warehouse duties.


• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and teamwork.

Skills

• Shipping and receiving operations


• Inventory control and material handling


• Production material picking and staging


• Pallet building, crating, and packaging


• ERP/inventory system usage


• Commitment to safety and quality standards

This role is ideal for a hands-on individual who can balance warehouse logistics, production support, and the preparation of large equipment shipments to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.