Warehouse Associate

Kidwell Inc; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Holidays

Sick leave

Tool/clothing stipend

401k with company match

Job summary

Kidwell Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Assistant in Lincoln, Nebraska. You will work with the Warehouse Team to manage materials, tools, and machinery entering and exiting the facility and collaborate with the purchasing manager to ensure proper receiving, processing, and delivery to job sites.

The role emphasizes organization, accuracy, and clear communication with multiple departments. Hours are 7am–5pm, and applicants must be able to lift 50+ lbs and pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work 7am–5pm.
• Lift 50+ lbs.
• Pass criminal background check.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Warehouse Supervisor, Purchasing Manager, and field staff to ensure timely material deliveries to job sites and departments.
• Assist in ongoing organization and improvement of the warehouse.
• Assist with receiving operations, verify material quantities and check for damaged goods, route and prepare materials for delivery.
• Undertake cleaning and janitorial duties in the warehouse and offices.
• Perform vehicle and building maintenance, including minor repairs and other tasks.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Brief Description

Kidwell is seeking highly-motivated individuals who possess the qualities of positivity, honesty, and attention to detail to fill the role of Warehouse Assistant. Candidates need great organizational skills and must be quality communicators. We want any employee or vendor that steps into our warehouse to see a highly organized facility. Our Warehouse Assistant will be responsible for working with the Warehouse Team to effectively manage materials, tools, and machinery that enter and exit the warehouse. In addition, this position will work closely with the purchasing manager and other warehouse staff to make sure all material is received, processed, and delivered to the appropriate employee or job site.

Kidwell Core Values

At Kidwell, our core values make us who we are and show in everything we do; Led by passion, we believe our everyday jobs contribute to something bigger than ourselves. We pride ourselves in our creativity, but also in the effective solutions we create that bring value to our customers. Our employees act like owners, who take initiatives to lead and are treated like family. We are relentless and see work ethic and accountability as the baseline in the pursuit of excellence.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate with Warehouse Supervisor, Purchasing Manager, and Kidwell field employees to ensure timely material deliveries to job sites and other departments.
• Assist in the continued organization and improvement of the company warehouse.
• Help with receiving operations, including verifying material quantities and checking for damaged goods, as well as routing and preparing materials for delivery to job sites
• Undertake cleaning and janitorial duties throughout the Kidwell warehouse and office buildings.
• Perform vehicle and building maintenance, including minor repairs and other assigned tasks.

Do you have what it takes?

• Must be able to work between the hours of 7am and 5pm
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs
• Experience with computer programs
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Preferred (but not required): Experience driving larger vehicles, such as a cube truck, and skills in loading, securing, and pulling trailers

Education And/or Experience

• Previous experience operating a pallet jack and operating a forklift preferred

Benefits

• This position offers a competitive salary with career development potential.
• We highly encourage and even reimburse certain certifications/trainings.
• Additionally, we offer health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance along with paid vacation, parental leave, holidays, sick leave, tool/clothing stipend, and 401k with company match.