Warehouse Associate

Manpower Group (USA); Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup (USA) is hiring a Warehouse Associate / Reach Truck Operator for a dry warehouse environment in Auburn, WA. The role centers on Reach Truck operations (~85% of the day) with receiving, picking, loading, unloading, and general warehouse support.

Required are reach truck experience, solid warehouse background, and reliable attendance. Lifting and safety are essential, with overtime possible but not frequent. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a Reach Truck.
• Previous warehouse experience.
• Reliable transportation and strong attendance.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle warehouse materials safely.
• Willingness to perform a variety of warehouse tasks in a team environment.
• Preferred: Receiving, inventory or replenishment experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload deliveries.
• Inspect shipments for damage and discrepancies.
• Verify products against packing slips, purchase orders, and receiving schedules.
• Sort, label, organize, and store inventory in designated locations.
• Pick, pack, and load merchandise for shipping.
• Operate Reach Truck safely and conduct daily inspections.

Skills

Reach Truck operation

Picking and warehouse order fulfilment

Dependability

Warehouse receiving and inventory

Attention to detail

Tools

Forklift experience

Inventory experience

Job description

Warehouse Associate / Reach Truck Operator

Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday
• 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
• 30-minute unpaid lunch
• Two paid 15-minute breaks
• Occasional overtime available, though not frequent

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Warehouse Associate / Reach Truck Operator to join our team. This role is ideal for individuals with warehouse experience who are comfortable operating a Reach Truck, as approximately 85% of the workday will be spent on Reach Truck operations. The remaining responsibilities include receiving, picking, loading, unloading, and general warehouse support.

Work Environment: Dry warehouse environment

Key Responsibilities

Receiving & Inventory

• Receive and unload incoming deliveries.
• Inspect shipments for damage, shortages, or discrepancies.
• Compare received products against packing slips, purchase orders, and receiving schedules.
• Report damages, shortages, or errors to the appropriate department.
• Sort, label, organize, and store inventory in designated warehouse locations.
• Verify product quality, packaging, and compliance with vendor requirements.
• Perform replenishment activities by moving merchandise from reserve locations to pick slots.

Warehouse Operations

• Accurately pick and select merchandise according to order requirements.
• Confirm correct quantities and units of measure.
• Load merchandise onto outbound trucks.
• Repack loose merchandise for shipping and delivery.
• Shrink-wrap pallets and merchandise as needed.
• Identify and report slotting, storage, and put-away issues.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and perform housekeeping duties.

Equipment Operation

• Safely operate a Reach Truck on a daily basis.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections, including:
  • Reach Trucks
  • Forklifts
  • Clamp equipment
• Follow warehouse safety procedures and operating standards.

Qualifications

Required

• Experience operating a Reach Truck.
• Previous warehouse experience.
• Reliable transportation and strong attendance record.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle warehouse materials safely.
• Willingness to perform a variety of warehouse tasks in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred

• Receiving experience.
• Forklift experience.
• Inventory or replenishment experience.

Top Skills for Success

• Reach Truck operation
• Picking and warehouse order fulfillment
• Dependability and strong work ethic
• Warehouse receiving and inventory handling
• Attention to detail and accuracy

Experience Level

• 0-3 years of warehouse experience preferred.
• Experience receiving, storing, picking, packing, shipping, and moving merchandise is beneficial.
• Ability to work under general supervision while maintaining productivity and accuracy.

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions

Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.

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