Warehouse Associate

Coworx Staffing Services LLC; Plainfield (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

CoWorx Staffing Services is seeking Warehouse Associates in the Plainfield, CT area to support material preparation, pallet jack operations, and general warehouse duties in a fast-paced distribution setting.

Candidates should be able to move frequently, bend, walk, and lift materials up to 150 pounds while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards throughout shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse or distribution settings is preferred.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with safety and accuracy.
• Frequent walking, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move materials and operate basic hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrugate cutdown operations by cutting, stripping, and removing poly banding and cardboard sheathing from full corrugate bales.
• Move corrugate and non-corrugate materials, including stacking and handling on pallets and ground level.
• Operate pallet jacks and ensure proper handling and safety in material movement.
• Maintain cleanliness and organize the warehouse workspace.
• Assist with waste processing by emptying bins and supporting housekeeping standards.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Safety awareness

Physical endurance

Team player

Tools

Pallet jacks

Hand tools

Job description

Job Description

Location: Plainfield, Connecticut

CoWorx Staffing Services is seeking Warehouse Associates in the Plainfield, CT area. The Warehouse Operations Associate is responsible for performing material preparation, pallet jacks, and general warehouse support duties in a fast-paced distribution environment. This role requires frequent movement throughout the warehouse, including bending, lifting, walking, and handling materials to support daily operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrugate cutdown operations by cutting, stripping, and removing poly banding and cardboard sheathingfrom full corrugate bales.
• Handle corrugate bales staged on empty skids or at ground level in a fast-paced environment requiring frequent movement, bending, and light lifting.
• Perform non-corrugate cutdown duties by cutting and removing stretch wrap from non-corrugate skids.
• Process non-corrugate materials staged at ground level while maintaining productivity and safety standards.
• Assemble pallet jacks by removing metal banding, stretch wrap, and wood constraints from unassembled units.
• Move, position, and secure pallet jacks onto skids, including assembling handles, performing functionality checks, and applying poly strapping.
• Perform continuous physical activity, including bending, walking, and handling pallet jacks weighing up to 150 pounds.
• Sweep warehouse floors and maintain cleanliness throughout the facility.
• Empty rolling gondolas and poly bins into compactors to process daily waste materials.
• Clean warehouse equipment and support overall facility organization and housekeeping standards.

Desired Background/Skills

• Previous warehouse, distribution center, manufacturing, or material handling experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Comfortable with frequent walking, bending, reaching, and standing for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks and handle physical work on a consistent basis.
• Experience using hand tools such as utility knives, cutters, or strapping tools preferred.
• Ability to safely lift, move, push, and maneuver materials and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality required.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

Other Information

CoWorx is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive team. We believe that a varied workforce enhances our business outcomes and contributes to a brighter future for our internal teams, Field Talent, customers, and communities. We are committed to considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or veteran status, and we do not discriminate based on disability.

If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the recruitment process, please reach out to us.

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