Warehouse Associate

Turtle-6; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation

Employee negotiated discounts

Job summary

The Warehouse Associate at Turtle in Syracuse, NY, is a full-time role focused on accurate receiving, storage, picking, and shipping to meet quality and safety standards. You’ll work Monday–Friday, 7:00am–4:00pm, with a pay rate of $19–$22 per hour and opportunities to grow within a long-established electrical distribution company.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of warehouse experience, is comfortable with Warehouse Management Systems, and can read, count, and perform basic math

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year warehouse experience.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems preferred.
• Fork-Lift Certification preferred.
• Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math (add, subtract, multiply, divide) and write legibly.
• Ability to follow directions with emphasis on safety.
• Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to be flexible.

Responsibilities

• Count all products, compare to packing slip/WMS and check shipments for damage, quantity, part number accuracy and expiration dates.
• Report shortages, damages and mis-shipments on appropriate forms. Sign for inbound shipments when necessary.
• Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations. Efficiently stack and store merchandise in pallet, static, cantilever, yard and wire storage areas/rack.
• Ensure that the correct number and type of product is picked in WMS. Transport orders to shipping locations or delivery platforms with material handling equipment.
• Compare quantity, labeling and address with order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct in WMS. Accept signature for outbound as necessary.
• Maintain all equipment in a neat, clean and orderly fashion.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently, while complying with OSHA and company standards.
• Assist in inventory accuracy and cycle counts. Ensure proper stock rotation. Preform aisle assessments and assignments.
• Other duties such as repack or re-box cases per training and storage instructions. Repair and recoup damaged goods as required. Operate shrink-wrap machine. Charge forklift battery as needed; repair pallets when necessary; clean floors, work area, yard and truck bays as requested; empty trash, refill supplies for order processing and remove snow as required.

Skills

Math basics

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Multi-tasking

Flexibility

Forklift certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Job description

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Warehouse Associate

Full Time Syracuse, NY, US

Salary Range: $19.00 To $22.00 Hourly

Title:Warehouse Associate

Type: Full-Time

Shift:Monday- Friday, 7:00am-4:00pm

Pay: $19-22/hour

Why Turtle?

At Turtle, we’re redefining what it means to be an industry leader in electrical distribution, and we want you to be part of our exciting journey! For over 100 years, we’ve built a reputation for innovation, excellence, and exceptional customer service—and we’re just getting started. We are a diverse, passionate team spread across the US, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico, committed to growth, learning, and creating opportunities for each other. At Turtle, every day is a chance to make a real difference, solve complex challenges, and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We believe in fostering an environment that inspires collaboration and sparks creativity, where employees are empowered to contribute to our mission and shape the future of the industry. If you're looking for a fast-paced, dynamic career where your ideas are valued and your growth is prioritized, Turtle is the place for you. Join us and be a part of a company that’s making waves and empowering its people to do extraordinary things every single day!

About the Role

The Warehouse Associate will be responsible for accurate receiving, storing, picking and shipping of product to meet company standards of accuracy, attention to details, sanitation, safety, security and productivity.

What You'll Do

• Count all products, compare to packing slip/Warehouse Management System (WMS) and check all shipments for damage, quantity, part number accuracy and expiration dates.
• Report shortages, damages and mis-shipments (“shipment errors” or “incorrect shipments”) on appropriate forms. Sign for inbound shipments when necessary.
• Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations. Efficiently stack and store merchandise in pallet, static, cantilever, yard and wire storage areas/rack.
• Ensure that the correct number and type of product is picked in WMS. Transport orders to shipping locations or delivery platforms with material handling equipment. Bag, tag or mark orders as required.
• Compare quantity, labeling and address with order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct in WMS. Accept signature for outbound as necessary. Efficiently move product into trailers, box/rack trucks, vans, cars or containers.
• Maintain all equipment in a neat, clean and orderly fashion.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently, while complying with OSHA and company standards.
• Assist in inventory accuracy and cycle counts. Ensure proper stock rotation. Preform aisle assessments and assignments.
• Other duties such as repack or re-box cases per training and storage instructions. Repair and recoup damaged goods as required. Operate shrink-wrap machine. Charge forklift battery as needed; repair pallets when necessary; clean floors, work area, yard and truck bays as requested; empty trash, refill supplies for order processing and remove snow as required.

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least one year warehouse experience
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems preferred
• Fork-Lift Certification preferred
• Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math (add, subtract, multiply, divide) and write legibly.
• Ability to follow directions with emphasis on safety
• Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to be flexible

What We Offer

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 401(k) plan
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Vacation
• Employee negotiated discounts

Who We Are

Founded in 1923, Turtle is a fourth-generation, family-owned, and three-generation women-owned business, and one of the nation’s largest independent electrical and industrial distributors. Headquartered in Clark, NJ, our Electrical Distribution division operates 14 branches spanning from coast to coast. It is a significant force in the engineering and procurement of power distribution, automation, lighting, and energy projects, offering integrated services for the industrial and construction markets. Turtle Integrated provides on-site MRO procurement, cost-saving, and spend analytics across the US and in Canada, Puerto Rico, and Mexico.

Turtle is proud to be is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.