Warehouse Associate

National Oak Distributors, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

National Oak Distributors, Inc. seeks a motivated Warehouse Associate to handle order fulfillment, inventory management, and shipping/receiving. You will operate material handling equipment, maintain accuracy in inventories, and ensure a clean, safe warehouse environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in warehousing, strong organization, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds while communicating effectively with teammates and supervisors.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse operations and inventory control.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Proficient in order picking, packing, and shipping.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills in English.
• 1–3 years warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and store incoming shipments.
• Pick, pack, and ship orders accurately.
• Operate pallet jacks and forklifts safely.
• Cycle count and rotate inventory.
• Keep warehouse clean and organized.
• Load/unload trucks following safety rules.
• Assist with palletizing and sorting.
• Communicate clearly with team and supervisors.
• Use inventory system for tracking and orders.
• Provide courteous service to delivery personnel and customers.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Inventory management

Forklift operation

Order picking

Shipping/receiving

Safety procedures

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Pallet jack

Forklift

Barcode scanner

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Warehouse Associate to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for a variety of warehouse tasks, including order fulfillment, inventory management, and shipping and receiving. This role requires a strong understanding of warehousing principles, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to operate material handling equipment. The Warehouse Associate is expected to contribute to a safe and efficient warehouse environment, utilizing skills in order picking, packaging and labeling, and forklift operation.

Responsibilities:

• Receive, unload, and put away incoming shipments, demonstrating proficiency in shipping and receiving procedures.
• Pick, pack, and ship customer orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper packaging and labeling.
• Operate material handling equipment, including pallet jacks and forklifts, safely and effectively.
• Perform inventory management tasks, including cycle counting and stock rotation.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment, including housekeeping duties.
• Load and unload trucks, adhering to safety protocols.
• Assist with palletizing and sorting of materials.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Utilize computer systems for inventory tracking and order processing.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with delivery personnel or customers.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of warehousing principles and practices.
• General knowledge of inventory management techniques.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment, including pallet jacks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Thorough knowledge of order picking and packaging procedures.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, in the English language.
• Computer literacy for data entry and inventory tracking.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with forklift truck operation.
• Familiarity with merchandising principles.
• Experience with warehouse operations.
• 1-3 years of experience in a warehouse environment.
• Experience with machinery operation.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

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