Warehouse Associate

Border States; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Border States is seeking a Warehouse Associate in Florence, SC. This role supports operations by managing inventory, receiving, checking, and shipping materials while adhering to safety standards. Successful candidates will work closely with various departments to ensure accurate inventory and timely deliveries.

Responsibilities include checking incoming material for damages, distributing stock, and maintaining shipping equipment. A background in warehouse distribution and forklift operation is preferred, along with strong organizational and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• 2 years of work experience preferred.
• Prior warehouse distribution experience including forklift operation and knowledge of electrical products/systems preferred.
• PC working knowledge for Windows, internet, email, and SAP software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming freight and check the material for damages or shortages.
• Distribute material to the proper stock locations.
• Fill special orders and/or backorders as material is received.
• Check and pack material to be delivered.
• Maintain shipping equipment and keep the work area clean and safe.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Customer service skills

Forklift operation

Organizational skills

Education

2 years of work experience preferred

Tools

SAP software

Job description

Location

Sumter, SC

Application Deadline

Posted Until Filled

Job Summary

The Warehouse Associate supports the operation functions of the warehouse, including receiving, checking, stocking, and shipping materials. The role ensures accurate inventory tracking, maintains safety standards, and coordinates deliveries and customer orders.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming freight and check the material for damages or shortages.
• Distribute material to the proper stock locations.
• Fill special orders and/or backorders as material is received.
• Follow up with appropriate departments, carriers, and/or vendors on receiving discrepancies, damages, and shortages.
• Check and pack material to be delivered.
• Possess a full understanding of truck routes and coordinate deliveries with our own trucks, assigned freight companies, or other carriers.
• Maintain shipping equipment and keep the work area clean and safe.
• Maintain assigned inventory stock locations, ensuring correct locator and neat, orderly shelves.
• Fill orders for delivery to customers.
• Ensure all batched material is labeled accurately and inventoried as needed.
• Maintain delivery vehicle in clean, good working condition and monitor maintenance and mileage data.
• Maintain daily driver logs and vehicle inspection sheets.
• Operate and maintain all equipment safely and adhere to all local, state, and federal traffic and safety regulations.
• Support the operations functions of the warehouse.
• Inform appropriate departments of stock outs, inventory discrepancies and other inventory problems or concerns.

Non-essential Functions

• Assist the City Desk and Will Call areas in customer service functions including order entry, processing returns, and technical assistance.
• Provide delivery of material to customer sites.
• Assist with loading and unloading of trucks.
• Notify supervisor of any building or equipment maintenance, repair needs, or security concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or designate.

Qualifications

• 2 years of work experience preferred.
• Prior warehouse distribution experience including forklift operation and knowledge of electrical products/systems preferred.
• If the employee will be driving, the following criteria must be met:
  • Candidate must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Possess a valid driver’s license to operate company vehicle.
  • A current medical certification may be required.
• PC working knowledge for Windows, internet, email, and SAP software is a plus.

Skills And Abilities

• Work in a safe manner and follow Border States safety program guidelines and policies.
• Excellent interpersonal communication (reading, writing, and speaking in English).
• Ability to effectively plan and organize.
• Excellent customer service skills, including competence, accuracy, responsiveness, and engagement.
• Ability to perform all aspects of the job accurately, efficiently, and safely.

Physical Requirements

Weight and Frequency:

• Lift from Floor to Waist: 0–33% occasionally, 34–66% frequently, 67–100% continuously.
• Lift <10 lbs.: Occasionally
• Lift 10–25 lbs.: Occasionally
• Lift 26–50 lbs.: Occasionally
• Lift 51–75 lbs.: Occasionally
• Lift 76–100 lbs.: Occasionally
• Lift 101+ lbs.: Occasionally

Typical Day Activities:

• Sitting (continuous period): Frequently
• Standing (for sustained periods): Occasionally
• Walking: Occasionally
• Bending/Stooping: Occasionally
• Climbing/Walking Stairs: Occasionally
• Reaching: Frequently
• Balancing: Frequently
• Repetitive Motion: Occasionally
• Handling (pressing with fingers and palm): Continuously
• Fingering (typing, picking, pinching): Frequently
• Talking: Occasionally
• Driving (forklift operation): Frequently
• Desk Work (computer, printer, phone): Occasionally
• Use of tools (safe operation of equipment for receiving, conveying, stocking, packaging, shipping): Frequently
• Hearing: Continuously
• Exposure to adverse weather & temperature conditions: Frequently
• Travel: Not at all

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
• FSA & HSA
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Disability Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Personal Leave time

Equal Opportunity For All

Border States is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of all employees.

Drug Free / Smoke Free workplace

Employment may be contingent on successful completion of the following pre‑employment screenings:

• Criminal background check (required for all positions)
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check (required for positions involving driving)
• Drug testing

The MVR check and drug testing requirements will be communicated to the selected candidate during onboarding.