Warehouse Associate

SunSource; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

SunSource's Automation & Factory Solutions (AFS) division seeks a reliable Warehouse Associate to support daily warehouse operations, including receiving, stocking, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory management in a busy facility.

This role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork, with forklift/pallet jack usage and a strong eye for detail to ensure on-time order fulfillment. Candidates should have warehouse experience, basic computer skills, and the ability to follow procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous warehouse, shipping/receiving, inventory, order fulfillment, or material-handling experience preferred.
• Forklift experience or certification preferred.
• Basic computer skills, including data entry and order/inventory tracking.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Dependable and reliable with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Good organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability and willingness to learn new processes and assist with a variety of warehouse and assembly activities.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established safety procedures.
• Ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming shipments, unload trucks, and inspect products for damage, shortages, or discrepancies.
• Verify received goods against packing slips and purchase orders and accurately record incoming inventory.
• Put received products into their proper storage locations and maintain an organized warehouse.
• Pick products from inventory and accurately pick, pack, label, and prepare customer orders for shipment.
• Load completed orders onto trucks and prepare required shipping documentation.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with routine physical inventory counts.
• Identify and report inventory discrepancies, damaged materials, or other issues.
• Operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks, safely and properly.
• Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free warehouse and work areas.
• Assist with general warehouse and assembly activities as needed.
• Work cooperatively with warehouse team members to meet daily productivity, accuracy, and customer service goals.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Report safety concerns, damaged equipment, or unsafe conditions promptly.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Occasionally lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Skills

Attention to detail

Dependable

Team oriented

Organized

Multitasking

Willing to learn

Data entry

Follow instructions

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Automation & Factory Solutions (AFS), a SunSource company, helps manufacturers improve productivity, efficiency, and performance through innovative automation technologies, industrial products, and engineered solutions. We partner with customers across North America to solve complex manufacturing challenges, optimize processes, and implement safe, efficient solutions tailored to their unique needs. Through our network of local branches, we provide customers withstocking inventory, technical support, training, and dedicated sales teams to keep their operations moving forward.

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Warehouse Associate to support daily warehouse operations. This position is responsible for receiving, stocking, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory management while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Essential Functions

• Receive incoming shipments, unload trucks, and inspect products for damage, shortages, or discrepancies.
• Verify received goods against packing slips and purchase orders and accurately record incoming inventory.
• Put received products into their proper storage locations and maintain an organized warehouse.
• Pick products from inventory and accurately pick, pack, label, and prepare customer orders for shipment.
• Load completed orders onto trucks and prepare required shipping documentation.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with routine physical inventory counts.
• Identify and report inventory discrepancies, damaged materials, or other issues.
• Operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks, safely and properly.
• Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free warehouse and work areas.
• Assist with general warehouse and assembly activities as needed.
• Work cooperatively with warehouse team members to meet daily productivity, accuracy, and customer service goals.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Report safety concerns, damaged equipment, or unsafe conditions promptly.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Occasionally lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Experience, Education and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous warehouse, shipping/receiving, inventory, order fulfillment, or material-handling experience preferred.
• Forklift experience or certification preferred.
• Basic computer skills, including data entry and order/inventory tracking.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Dependable and reliable with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Good organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability and willingness to learn new processes and assist with a variety of warehouse and assembly activities.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established safety procedures.
• Ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment

This position works primarily in a warehouse environment and involves a variety of hands-on activities related to shipping, receiving, inventory, and order fulfillment. Training and guidance are provided to ensure employees can perform their responsibilities safely, accurately, and confidently.

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