Warehouse Associate

IDI: Insulation Distributors Inc.; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

IDI: Insulation Distributors Inc. in Hanover, MD is hiring a Warehouse Associate to perform receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and order fulfillment. You'll support walk-in customers and ensure accurate stock placement in a fast-paced distribution center.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to operate a forklift and other material handling equipment, and use of computer order-entry and inventory systems. Benefits include health coverage, 401(k) with match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education is preferred.
• Experience with warehouse processes and safety standards is a plus.
• Familiarity with inventory systems and order-entry software is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Pull materials to fulfill orders and verify against sales orders.
• Receive, unload, and put away stock; conduct cycle counts as needed.
• Operate forklift and other equipment; ensure safe handling of goods.
• Maintain clean, organized warehouse and assist walk-in customers.
• Support DC Manager with forklift and inventory tasks as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Identify product numbers

Computer order entry

Inventory management

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Inventory systems

Job description

Compensation: $19.40 - $24.22 / hour

Job Summary

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for executing various warehouse operations, including receiving and putting away materials, picking and fulfilling customer orders, cleaning and organizing the warehouse, conducting inventory counts, and assisting walk-in customers with order fulfillment.

Responsibilities/Duties

Order Fulfillment

• Pull materials to fill orders via a pick ticket in an organized fashion.
• Check pulled goods quantity and type against sales orders to confirm accuracy.
• Load customer or company vehicles with ordered goods in a secure fashion.
• Place orders via computer sales order process as instructed by the DC Manager.

Receiving and Inventory Management

• Unload and receive stock replenishment materials into the warehouse by prescribed company goods receiving process, checking the accuracy of quantity received and the quality of goods received versus the bill of lading and purchase order.
• Put away goods received according to instructions of the DC Manager.
• Note any damaged goods in the receiving process and notify the delivery Representative and DC Manager of damages following set company processes.
• Perform inventories (cycle counting) as required per company policy to ensure accuracy of stock.
• Work with inventory management to resolve discrepancies.

Safety and Compliance

• Have a working knowledge of all rules and regulations governing the safe operation of company-issued equipment.
• Perform regular inspections of facilities and equipment to ensure safety compliance.
• Follow safety training as prescribed by company, OSHA, and DOT guidelines and maintain the required safety certifications.
• Report any incidents as prescribed by company guidelines.
• Ensure clear and safe passage in all warehouse aisles and loading docks.
• Report all unsafe storage and equipment issues to DC management immediately.

Warehouse Organization

• Assist the DC Manager in organizing the warehouse layout and storage bins as required.

Other Duties

• Other duties as beneficial to IDI.

Leadership Competencies

Leads Self

• Communicates Effectively & Candidly
• Drives for Results
• Demonstrates Accountability
• Takes Initiative
• Collaborates

Qualifications/Skills

Equipment Operation

• Operate material handling equipment including a forklift, pallet jack, and shrink wrapper.

Identification and Coding

• Identify product numbers and alpha/numeric codes.

Physical Requirements

• Must meet physical requirements of the job.

Computer Skills

• Use/learn computer order entry and inventory systems.

Goal Achievement

• Achieve set goals in a timely manner.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent education and experience preferred
• 0-2+ years’ experience in warehouse facility preferred
• Forklift experience preferred

One of the core values at IDI is Family, and it shows in our benefits! From health coverage (medical, dental, vision) to a 401(k) with a company match, we take care of our team members. Enjoy paid time off for vacation and holidays, plus perks like life and disability insurance and an employee assistance program to support you when you need it most. We know that benefits are an important part of your compensation package, so we’ll share full details on eligibility and benefits during the hiring process.