We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Warehouse Associate to join our growing aftermarket warehouse distribution team. In this role, you will handle the day-to-day operations of our aftermarket parts distribution hub. Your main focus will be processing incoming and outgoing parts through accurate picking, efficient put-away, secure packaging, and timely shipping. This position is vital to ensuring our customers receive the right parts on time, every time.
Key Responsibilities
- Picking and Put-Away
- Read operational schedules and order sheets to pick aftermarket parts accurately from warehouse shelves.
- Transport materials to and from various bins, skids, and containers.
- Use order pickers, forklifts, and stand-up trucks to place newly arrived stock into correct inventory locations.
- Line set and organize materials to keep production and distribution moving smoothly.
- Packaging and Shipping
- Inspect all parts for quality and identify any damaged materials before shipping.
- Package, kit, and label aftermarket parts securely to prevent damage during transit.
- Load and unload shipping containers, delivery trucks, and pallets efficiently.
Inventory and Equipment Control- Maintain strict inventory records by performing routine cycle counts and stock transfers.
- Utilize ERP/MRP systems and handheld barcode scanners to log all inventory movements.
- Identify and immediately report any part shortages or inventory discrepancies.
- Maintain a valid forklift or stand-up truck license, completing daily maintenance logs for all operated equipment.
Safety and Housekeeping- Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and free of hazards through good housekeeping practices.
- Help maintain safety standards across all distribution areas.
- Assist team members with lifting heavy objects when required.
- Participate in physical inventory events and quality improvement initiatives.
- Report to work reliably and remain willing to work overtime on short notice when order volumes increase.
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
- Experience: 1 to 2 years of proven experience in a warehouse or distribution center environment.
- Licensing: Valid driver's license required. Ability to maintain an internal forklift, pallet jack, and stand-up truck operator certification.
- Technical Skills: Working knowledge of ERP/MRP warehouse software and handheld barcode scanner systems.
- Physical Capabilities: Ability to lift and move a minimum of 40 pounds without assistance.
- Ability to climb a ladder to a height of at least 20 feet while wearing appropriate safety gear.
- Screening: Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
- Work Environment and Physical Demands
- Continuous physical movement including standing, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling throughout the shift.
- Regular operation of industrial equipment, material handling vehicles, and power tools.
- Coordination required for precise barcode scanning, writing reports, and logging digital inventory entries.
- Occasional extended hours or weekend shifts depending on customer demands and shipment schedules.
You Should Be Proficient In- Shipping/Receiving
- Material Handler Experience
- Experience in a Manufacturing Environment