Warehouse Associate

Kenco Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Kenco Group is seeking motivated individuals for warehouse positions in Houston, Texas. The role includes responsibilities such as picking and packing orders, recording product information, and ensuring shipping accuracy.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably experience in a warehouse environment. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan and paid time off.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a warehouse or distribution environment preferred.
• Able to complete physical tasks such as stooping, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Pick orders for shipment and ensure accuracy in loading.
• Measure, weigh, and count products and materials.
• Pack orders for various shipment types.
• Record product information and affix shipping labels.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• Pick orders for shipment, ensuring that the correct number and type of product is loaded.
• Measure, weigh, and count products and materials.
• May be required to operate a forklift or order picker for picking orders.
• Pack orders for shipments by parcel, LTL, and TL carriers.
• Record product, packaging, and order information on specified forms and records.
• Affix proper shipping and tracking labels to boxes and pallets; mark and label shipping boxes or products per DOT, IATA, IMDG regulations.
• Report missing items or quality variances to direct supervisor.
• Ensure outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.
• Examine and inspect containers, materials, and products to ensure that packing specifications are met. Execute and document quality inspections per Standard Operating Procedures.
• Participate in Inventory/Cycle Count as needed.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area.
• Ensure facility is inspection ready at all times for SQFI, FDA, and customer needs.
• Communicate and report any incidents.
• May perform housekeeping duties.
• Miscellaneous tasks as assigned by Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• One year of experience in a warehouse or distribution environment (preferred).
• Basic computer skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Pass a background and drug screen.
• Able to complete physical tasks such as stooping, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Competencies

• Action Oriented – taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates – building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Decision Quality – making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Optimize Work Processes – knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Situational Adaptability – adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Travel Requirements

This position is not expected to travel.

Benefits Offered

• Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts.
• Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Basic life and supplemental life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment).
• Employer‑paid holidays – 10 days.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Kenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.