Shipping/Warehouse Associate

Martin Sprocket & Gear; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellness programs

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Martin Sprocket & Gear is seeking a Shipping/Warehouse Associate in California to locate and pack products, verify orders, and safely operate forklifts and lift equipment. You will maintain accuracy and follow safety protocols while supporting cross-department operations.

The role offers a daytime schedule Monday through Friday, with competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits in a stable, growing company culture.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills and ability to read and understand instructions in English.
• Ability to complete simple logs and reports with clear communication.
• Dependable with scheduled hours and timekeeping procedures.
• Able to stand for the shift and handle items up to 50 lbs with assistance.
• Basic understanding of warehouse functions and safety procedures.
• Teamwork and effective collaboration with colleagues.
• Attention to accurately locating shelf locations based on routing tickets.

Responsibilities

• Locate and select products from warehouse shelves following labeling guidelines.
• Verify picked/packed items against orders to ensure accuracy.
• Pack and prepare machined products for shipment with boxing and labeling.
• Operate powered narrow-aisle pickers and forklifts safely.
• Wear PPE and practice safe lifting; seek help for items over 50 lbs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and follow safety protocols.
• Collaborate with other departments and support operations as needed.

Skills

Basic math

Clear communication

English instructions

Log entries

Dependability

Shift endurance

Teamwork

Detail orientation

Job description

Are you ready to bring your shipping/warehouse skills to a team that values precision and innovation? At Martin Sprocket & Gear, we’re dedicated to producing quality mechanical power transmission components, material handling systems, and custom forgings with excellence, and we're looking for skilled Shipping/Warehouse Associates like you!

What You’ll Do

• Product selection: Accurately locate and select products from warehouse shelves or floor locations, following labeling or stamping guidelines.
• Order verification: Verify picked and packed items against order requirements to ensure accuracy.
• Packing for shipment: Pick, pack, and prepare various machined products for shipment, including boxing, labeling, and securing items.
• Equipment operation: Operate powered narrow-aisle pickers safely and efficiently to retrieve products from different shelf heights. Operate forklift to move pallets on and off trucks.
• Safe handling: Wear all required PPE for the duration of the shift, practice safe lifting techniques, and seek assistance for items over 50 lbs.
• Cleanliness and safety: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and operate equipment following safety protocols.
• Cross-departmental support: Collaborate with other departments or assist in different areas as needed to support overall operations.

What You’ll Bring

• Basic skills: Proficiency in basic math and clear communication; able to read and understand instructions in English and complete simple logs and reports.
• Physical capability: Able to lift, push, pull, and position items up to 50 lbs (with assistance provided for heavier loads).
• Dependability: Reliable attendance and commitment to scheduled hours, adhering to timekeeping and other company procedures.
• Shift endurance: Comfortable standing and working in a non-climate-controlled environment for the entire shift.
• Warehouse familiarity: Basic understanding of warehouse functions and general mechanical knowledge (preferred but not required).
• Team-oriented: Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Detail focus: Attentive to detail, capable of determining correct shelf locations based on routing tickets.

Your Schedule

• Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to report daily to the branch to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified candidates with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Why Martin Sprocket & Gear, Inc.?

Founded In 1951 By Joe Martin Sr., Martin Sprocket & Gear Is a Global Leader In Mechanical Power Transmission Components, Material Handling Systems, And Custom Forgings. We Are Proud To Remain Family-owned And Operate On a Simple Philosophy

“Make a quality product, have plenty of it available, and be easy to do business with!”

With dedicated employees, regional facilities, and strong distributor partnerships, Martin offers stability, growth potential, and a dynamic work environment for all team members.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Affordable Medical, Pharmacy, and Dental plans.
• Wellness Initiatives: Employee wellness programs for a healthy work-life balance.
• Financial Security: Life and Disability Insurance, plus a robust 401(k) Profit Trust Plan.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and company-paid holidays.
• Growth Opportunities: Career development and advancement within a thriving company.
• Competitive Pay & Perks

Wage Information

• Wage Range: $17.97 - $25.02 per hour

Please note that the compensation information that follows is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to California’s SB 1162 Pay Equity Law. It is estimated based on what a successful California applicant might be paid. It assumes that the successful candidate will be in California or perform the position from California. Similar positions located outside of California will not necessarily receive the same compensation.

The base salary range above represents the low and high end of Martin’s salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be within the range based on various factors, including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Martin’s total compensation package for employees. In addition, Martin provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life, and disability insurance, a profit-sharing plan, a 401K trust plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).

Disclaimers

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by candidates applying for this specific role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of candidates hired.

Martin Sprocket & Gear is an EEO Employer and an E-Verify participating employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or veteran status.