Warehouse Associate

Gates Corporation; Iola (KS); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

2 weeks vacation

11 holidays

401(k) matching 6%

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Gates Corporation in Iola, KS is hiring a Warehouse Associate to support material handling, packing, shipping, and inventory control. You will work across shifts in a fast-paced environment, ensuring safety and quality while using scanners and production systems. The role offers full-time hours, overtime opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Located at the Iola plant, this position requires physical capability and reliable attendance as part of a collaborative team at Gates.

Qualifications

• Basic proficiency in reading, math, computer usage, and measurement skills required.
• Capable of performing physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs and over 50 lbs.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal English instructions throughout all processes.
• Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is essential for this role.
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week, plus overtime as needed.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
• Willingness to support team members, step in as needed, and share knowledge for cross-training purposes.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Receive raw materials and deliver them to production
• Package and ship finished hoses, marked with the Gates logo, to customers worldwide.
• Handle inbound shipments, process outbound orders, complete paperwork, fill orders, operate forklifts, and maintain inventory.
• Work collaboratively to support safety, productivity, and the delivery of high-quality products.
• Consistently demonstrate safe work habits and adhere to all safety requirements.
• Inspect materials visually and physically to ensure compliance with established standards
• Plan, evaluate, set up, and operate necessary equipment while verifying compliance
• Utilize scanners and internal production systems efficiently.

Job description

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Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

WHAT TO EXPECT

As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Iola, KS plant, you will be a Warehouse Associate.

As warehouse personnel, our distribution center works closely with our production plant. We specialize in the warehousing and shipping of Gates finished hydraulic hoses and their various parts.

Key responsibilities (to name a few):

• Receive raw materials and deliver them to production
• Package and ship finished hoses, marked with the Gates logo, to customers worldwide.
• Handle inbound shipments, process outbound orders, complete paperwork, fill orders, operate forklifts, and maintain inventory.
• Work collaboratively to support safety, productivity, and the delivery of high-quality products.
• Consistently demonstrate safe work habits and adhere to all safety requirements.
• Inspect materials visually and physically to ensure compliance with established standards
• Plan, evaluate, set up, and operate necessary equipment while verifying compliance
• Utilize scanners and internal production systems efficiently.

ABOUT YOU

• Basic proficiency in reading, math, computer usage, and measurement skills required
• Capable of performing physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs and over 50 lbs
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal English instructions throughout all processes
• Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is essential for this role
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week, plus overtime as needed
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment
• Willingness to support team members, step in as needed, and share knowledge for cross-training purposes
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship

Shifts Available

Full-Time

• 7:00am to 3:00pm Monday Friday
• 3:00pm to 11:00pm Monday Friday
• 11:00pm to 7:00am Sunday Thursday

BENEFITS

• Full-Time& Part -Time
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options:
  • Benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
• Eligible for 2 weeks of paid vacation, additionally 8 sick days
• 11 paid holidays
• 401(k): company matching up to 6%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts

WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.