Warehouse Associate

MSM (Northern Safety); Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

MSM (Northern Safety) is seeking a warehouse associate in Mobile, AL to perform receiving, stocking, order fulfillment, packing and shipping duties. You will operate forklifts and other equipment, ensure accurate labeling, and help keep the facility clean and organized.

The role requires 1-2 years of material handling experience, forklift certification, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team or independently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 1-2 years of material handling experience.
• Ability to operate forklift, rider reach truck, stock picker or hand truck; forklift certification required.
• Familiarity with Warehouse Management Software or Integrated Logistics Solutions preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and visually inspect incoming freight.
• Stock and verify quantities; manage overstock per procedures.
• Pick, pack, and label products for shipping.
• Process orders using warehouse equipment and routing to processing area.
• Ensure correct shipping orders and labels; coordinate with carriers.
• Address damages, shortages, or inventory discrepancies.
• Conduct cycle counts and maintain clean, organized facilities.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Read/interpret documents

Teamwork and independence

Physical stamina (lift 40-60 lbs)

Basic computer knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SAP knowledge

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Warehouse related duties including but not limited to receiving, stocking, order filling, packaging and shipping.
• Receive, unload (via forklift, pallet jack, or by hand), and visually verify parts and condition of incoming freight.
• Verify quantity of product going into stock using correct stocking processes. Follow correct processes for identifying and placing overstock.
• Accurately prioritize and fill orders of various products and quantities using warehouse equipment, and routing to appropriate processing area.
• Safely and accurately pick correct product. Verify correct product is packaged safely and in appropriate quantities and containers. Ensure accurate labeling is in place for bags/boxes and ready for shipping/distribution.
• Verify shipping orders match slips, utilize appropriate shipping lines and load packages.
• Communicate and rectify problems related to damages, shortages, inventory inaccuracy or specification issues.
• Perform cycle counts.
• Maintain warehouse, supplies and equipment. Maintain facility cleanliness and organization.
• All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• High school diploma/GED and 1-2 years of material handling, forklift or warehouse experience.
• Ability to operate a forklift, rider reach truck, stock picker or hand truck. Must pass forklift training and maintain forklift certification.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Software and/or Integrated Logistics Solutions a plus.
• Must be able to keep fast paced within work environment. Able to work independently or within a team environment.
• Ability to read, interpret and comprehend documents such as training instructions, shipping tickets, procedure manuals, etc. at a fast pace.
• Requires lifting ability of up to 80 pounds, with frequent lifting of 40-60 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk on a concrete surface 8 to 10 hours a day.
• Experience with RIF Scanner used to track inventory preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge. SAP knowledge a plus.