Warehouse Associate

Hedy Holmes Staffing Services; La Grange (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hedy Holmes Staffing Services is seeking a dependable Warehouse Associate to perform a mix of warehouse, inventory, receiving, and shipping tasks. The role requires maintaining accurate records, operating warehouse equipment, and ensuring materials are stored and distributed properly.

Candidates should be organized, safety-conscious, and comfortable with scanners and computerized inventory systems. A minimum of 1 year of warehouse experience is preferred; forklift experience is a plus, and the

Qualifications

• Must have basic warehouse experience and familiarity with receiving/shipping processes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to verify quantities and documentation.
• Experience with scanners and computerized inventory systems.
• Basic computer and data-entry skills.
• Ability to work independently and follow established procedures.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming freight, inspect for damage or discrepancies, and verify against packing slips and PO's.
• Process and enter received items into inventory systems and issue materials as needed.
• Prepare requisitions for materials, parts, and supplies.
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely.
• Drive company vehicles to deliver or retrieve parts as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Safety-conscious

Data entry

Independent work

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift

Scanners

Inventory software

Job description

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM or 8:00 AM Start Time

Position Summary

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Warehouse Associate to perform a combination of warehouse, inventory, receiving, shipping, and delivery responsibilities. This position is responsible for receiving and issuing materials, maintaining accurate inventory records, operating warehouse equipment, and ensuring parts, tools, and supplies are properly stored and distributed.

The ideal candidate is organized, safety-conscious, and comfortable working with both physical inventory and computerized warehouse systems.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive incoming freight and inspect shipments for damage or discrepancies.
• Compare incoming freight against freight bills, packing slips, and purchase orders to verify accuracy.
• Investigate shipping errors, improperly documented deliveries, and other receiving discrepancies.
• Prepare non-conforming goods reports when necessary.
• Process and enter received freight into inventory and receiving systems.
• Prepare requisitions for materials, parts, tools, and supplies.
• Properly warehouse incoming merchandise or deliver materials to the appropriate department.
• Conduct periodic physical inventories using scanners or computerized inventory systems.
• Replenish warehouse inventory, including bench stock, bins, racks, and other storage locations.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and prepare required reports.
• Process returned materials and assist with salvage procedures.
• Prepare shipping documentation and process outgoing shipments using systems such as UPS.
• Issue and process returns of materials, supplies, equipment, and tools.
• Safely operate forklifts, vehicles, hand tools, and other warehouse equipment as required.
• Drive company vehicles to various locations to deliver or retrieve parts, materials, and supplies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse and surrounding work areas.
• Follow all company safety procedures and operational policies.
• Perform additional warehouse duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Previous shipping, receiving, inventory control, or material handling experience preferred.
• Experience operating a forklift or other material-handling equipment is a plus.
• Comfortable using scanners and computerized inventory systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately verify quantities and documentation.
• Basic computer and data-entry skills.
• Strong organizational and recordkeeping abilities.
• Ability to work independently and follow established procedures.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and hand tools.
• Valid driver's license may be required for company vehicle operation.