Shipping/Warehouse Associate 1st Shift

Martin Sprocket & Gear, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Wellness Initiatives

Financial Security: 401(k) Profit Plan

Paid Time Off and holidays

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Martin Sprocket & Gear, Inc. in Charlotte, NC, is seeking Shipping/Warehouse Associates to join a precision-focused team producing mechanical power transmission components and related systems. You will locate, verify, pack, and ship products, and operate narrow-aisle pickers while maintaining a safe workspace.

You will work with others to ensure accurate orders and timely fulfillment, with strong emphasis on reliability and teamwork in a non-climate-controlled environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in basic math and clear communication.
• Able to lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs with assistance.
• Reliable attendance and adherence to timekeeping.
• Comfortable standing for the full shift in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Basic understanding of warehouse functions and mechanics.
• Strong teamwork and effective communication with colleagues.
• Attention to detail when locating shelf locations.

Responsibilities

• Locate and select products from warehouse shelves or floor locations.
• Verify picked and packed items against order requirements for accuracy.
• Pack, box, label, and prepare products for shipment.
• Operate powered narrow-aisle pickers safely and efficiently.
• Follow safe lifting practices and seek assistance for heavy items.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and follow safety protocols.
• Provide cross-departmental support as needed.

Skills

Basic math

Clear communication

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Reading English

Education

High School or better

Job description

Are you ready to bring your shipping/warehouseskills 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 Associateslike 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.
• Safe handling: 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 environmentfor 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 effective​ly with colleagues.
• Detail focus: Attentive to detail, capable of determining correct shelf locations based on routing tickets.

Your Schedule

• 1st Shift : Monday – Friday, 8:15 AM – 5:00 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

At Martin, our people are our greatest asset. We foster an inclusive, collaborative environment where innovation and growth thrive, and your contributions are valued as part of a team dedicated to excellence. Here is what you’ll enjoy when you join our team:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Competitive 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.

Qualifications

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Education: High School or better.

Experience: 1 year: Shipping/Receiving

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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.

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.