Warehouse Associate

ACT PIPE & SUPPLY; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ACT PIPE & SUPPLY in Houston, TX is seeking a Warehouse Associate to process and fulfill orders, handle incoming shipments, and maintain a well-organized warehouse.

Responsibilities include data entry for purchase orders, pulling orders, stocking with a forklift, inventory checks, and ensuring safety and clean storage areas.

No prior experience required, but strong communication and organizational skills are valued; forklift certification is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification required.
• No prior experience required; warehouse, order pulling or customer service experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of warehouse policies and procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Process and fulfill orders and accept incoming shipments.
• Oversee the general organization of the warehouse.
• Enter purchase order data in inventory control system.
• Pull orders and prepare shipping paperwork for UPS or LTL shipments.
• Stock shelves using a forklift.
• Take inventory and identify items to reorder.
• Keep records of incoming/outgoing orders and stock handling equipment.
• Receive and record deliveries; inspect items for damages.
• Store items in orderly, accessible locations.
• Answer customer questions and advise on stock selection.
• Address complaints and notify supervisor of shipping issues.
• Create and issue sales quotes daily.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Computer Literacy

Asking Questions

Self- Discipline

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

REPORTS TO

Head of Operations

FLSA STATUS/EXEMPTION

Non-Exempt

MISSION OF THE POSITION

The Warehouse Associate will process and fulfill orders, accept incoming shipments, and oversee the general organization of the warehouse.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Order Processing

1. Enter purchase order data in the inventory control system that was received through phone sales or incoming requisitions.
2. Pull orders and load them into the customers' vehicles or prepare the shipping paperwork for UPS or LTL shipments.
3. Stock shelves, racks, cases, bins, and tables with new or transferred stock, using a forklift.
4. Take inventory or examine stock to identify items to be reordered or replenished.
5. Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
6. Verify material is received and supply necessary data to accounting or other appropriate department for payment and recordkeeping.
7. Keep records of incoming and out-going orders, as well as the use or damage of stock or stock-handling equipment.

Jobsite Deliveries

1. Receive and record all deliveries according to policy.
2. Examine and inspect stock items for damages or defects, reporting any damage to a supervisor.
3. Record damaged or defective items and return them to vendors.
4. Store items in an orderly and accessible manner in warehouses, stockrooms, storage yards, or other areas.

Customer Relations

1. Answer customers' questions and advise customers on stock selection.
2. Address complaints related to orders and notify a supervisor of any shipping or receiving issues.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Create and issue sales quotes daily.
2. Perform all other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. This position does not require any supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

EDUCATION

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

Valid forklift certification required

EXPERIENCE

No prior experience is required, but warehouse, order pulling, or customer service experience is preferred

Basic understanding of warehouse policies and procedures

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

TALENTS

Time Management

Problem Solving

Computer Literacy

Asking Questions

Self- Discipline