Warehouse Associate

Merit Logistics; Lockhart (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Merit Logistics in Lockhart, TX is seeking an entry-level Warehouse Associate to support unloading freight at the Merit Lockhart location. You may operate basic equipment and assist with breakdown of shipments under supervision.

The role requires physical capability to lift up to 50-75 pounds, reliability, and the willingness to train on forklift and electric pallet jack. Evening and weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Accuracy and attention to detail in daily tasks.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Willingness to operate or be trained on forklift/electric pallet jack.

Responsibilities

• Unloading and breaking down freight at a steady pace.
• Possibility to be trained to operate forklift/electric pallet jack.
• Support warehouse operations as directed by Supervisor and Site Manager.

Skills

Accuracy

Detail oriented

Communication

Tools

Forklift

Electric Pallet Jack

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry
Job Location: Merit Lockhart, TX (RCLOCK) - Lockhart, TX 78644
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $17.50 - $17.50 Hourly
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: Warehouse

Overview

Responsible for unloading freight from the various trucking companies with or without manual or powered equipment at assigned location at the direction of the Supervisor and Site Manager.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• (Other job duties may be assigned)
• Associate handles the unloading and breaking down of freight at an adequate pace
• Associate might be trained to operate forklift/electric pallet jack

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfullyperform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reachwith hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch orcrawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and moveup to 50 pounds, frequently lift and move fifty to seventy-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this jobinclude close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Warehouse experience a plus.

• Experience operating a forklift / Electric Pallet Jack preferred.
• Ability to move up 50-75 pounds continuously
• The ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Warehouse Experience a plus.
• Experience operating a forklift / Electric Pallet Jack Preferred.
• The ability to work in a physically demanding warehouse environment continuously lifting and moving up to 75lbs
• The ability to meet fast-paced productivity goals and standards
• The ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
• The ability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays, without advanced notice
• Reliable transportation to and from work

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED

Accuracy Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

Detail Oriented Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.

Communication - Ability to read, write and understand English.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work.

Willingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructions.

Prior experience operating a forklift and pallet jack a plus, but not required. Will train and certify associates holdingpositions requiring the use of such equipment.QualificationsWarehouse experience a plus.

• Experience operating a forklift / Electric Pallet Jack preferred.
• Ability to move up 50-75 pounds continuously
• The ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Warehouse Experience a plus.
• Experience operating a forklift / Electric Pallet Jack Preferred.
• The ability to work in a physically demanding warehouse environment – continuously lifting and moving up to 75lbs
• The ability to meet fast-paced productivity goals and standards
• The ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
• The ability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays, without advanced notice
• Reliable transportation to and from work

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED

Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.

Communication - Ability to read, write and understand English.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work.

Willingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructions.

Prior experience operating a forklift and pallet jack a plus, but not required. Will train and certify associates holdingpositions requiring the use of such equipment.