Warehouse Associate

Manufacturing Inc; Northborough (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Incentive recognition bonus

Job summary

A logistics company in Northborough, Massachusetts, is seeking a dependable Warehouse Associate. The role involves processing orders, managing the movement of materials, and performing extensive manual handling of boxes. Candidates should be experienced in material handling, be physically fit to lift and carry up to 100 lbs, and capable of operating equipment like hand trucks and pallet jacks. Comprehensive benefits are provided, and all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be physically fit and capable of meeting physical demands.
• Experience in warehouse or material handling environment preferred.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to load, operate, and move hand carts and pallet jacks.
• Must wear protective footwear.

Responsibilities

• Process orders and manage the movement of materials within the facility.
• Manually lift, carry, and arrange boxes while performing various activities.
• Operate hand trucks and pallet jacks safely.
• Track orders using a computer system and handheld scanner.
• Use a handheld scanner to track inventory.

Skills

Ability to walk, stand, kneel, squat, stoop, and bend

Ability to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 100 lbs

Ability to read and write English

Ability to load and operate material handling equipment

Ability to climb and balance on ladders

Tools

Pallet Jacks

Hand Trucks

Handheld Scanner

Job description

Northborough, Massachusetts, United States

We are seeking a highly physical and dependable Warehouse Associate to process orders and manage the movement of materials within our facility. This role involves extensive manual handling of boxes, utilizing material handling equipment, and ensuring accurate order fulfillment. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and be committed to safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Processing orders and moving boxes of files, books, binders, backup tapes, and other materials.
• Manually lifting, carrying, and moving/arranging boxes while standing, stooping, crawling, kneeling, and twisting for extended periods.
• Loading and safely operating hand trucks and pallet jacks on uneven and concrete surfaces.
• Reading and writing English to process orders, read labels, and manage incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Using a proprietary computer system to track orders and determine the location of boxes.
• Operating a handheld scanner to track inventory.
• Climbing and balancing on ladders to access materials.
• Lifting and carrying boxes weighing up to 100 lbs. without assistance for prolonged periods.
• Loading, operating, and moving hand carts, pallet jacks, and various other material handling aids.
• Loading boxes onto pallets and loading pallets onto trucks, both manually and with material handling aids.
• Shrink-wrapping pallets at ground level or on carts.

Skills/Qualifications

• Ability to walk, stand, kneel, squat, stoop, and bend for extended periods of.
• Ability to work without assistance to grip, lift, push, pull, and carry boxes, including up and down inclines, stairs, and over changes in walking surface/elevation.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 100 lbs. without assistance for prolonged periods.
• Ability to load, operate, and move hand carts, pallet jacks, and various other material handling aids.
• Ability to climb and balance on ladders.
• Must wear protective footwear.

Compensation

Pay will be offered based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, and certifications.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits to include health, and an incentive recognition bonus (all benefits are based on eligibility).

If you are a physically fit and dependable individual with experience in a warehouse or material handling environment, and are capable of meeting the physical demands of this role, we encourage you to apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.