Warehouse Associate

Air Comfort, Inc; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 54,443,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stability

Growth opportunities

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Northern Sales Company in Lakewood, WA is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support multiple divisions and ensure accurate, timely order fulfillment. You will operate a forklift in a safe, dry warehouse, replenish stock, and prepare orders while maintaining strong attention to detail and safety standards.

The role emphasizes reliability and the ability to manage several tasks under daily deadlines, with career growth through ongoing training and development in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year forklift experience in warehouse distribution, with willingness to learn.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining safety and accuracy.
• Reliable transportation and punctual attendance.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to safely load and unload trailer vans in a dry warehouse environment.
• Assist with replenishing warehouse stock and maintaining inventory accuracy.
• Pull and prepare orders for various company divisions.
• Communicate discrepancies or damaged merchandise to the Warehouse Operations Manager.
• Prioritize and perform multiple tasks to meet daily deadlines.
• Adapt to changing priorities to support warehouse operations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Multitasking

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Northern Sales Company, a trusted name in distribution for over 60 years, is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Associate to join our team in Lakewood, WA. As a Warehouse Associate, you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient flow of goods through our warehouse, supporting multiple divisions, and maintaining high standards of safety and accuracy. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable company that values continual growth, employee development, and a supportive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to safely load and unload trailer vans in a dry warehouse environment
• Assist with replenishing warehouse stock and maintaining inventory accuracy
• Pull and prepare orders for various company divisions
• Communicate any discrepancies or damaged merchandise to the Warehouse Operations Manager
• Prioritize and perform multiple tasks to meet daily deadlines
• Adapt to changing priorities as needed to support warehouse operations

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 1 year of experience operating forklifts and working in warehouse distribution, or a willingness to learn
• Familiarity with forklift safety rules and guidelines, or willingness to learn
• Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks efficiently
• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and consistent performance
• 1–2 years of distribution/warehouse flow experience preferred
• Reliable transportation to and from work

Compensation

$19.00 to $22.00 per hour

Benefits

• Stability: Join a company with over 60 years of success in the industry
• Growth Opportunities: Support for employee development and process improvement
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage available starting the first of the month after 60 days of employment
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with generous company matching after 180 days of employment
• Paid Time Off: PTO accrual begins at 7 days per year and is available to use as soon as you earn PTO
• Holiday Pay: Six paid holidays after 180 days of full-time employment

Northern Sales Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.