Warehouse Associate

Crane; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane in California is seeking a Warehouse Associate to perform loading, unloading, order pulling, shipping, and related duties across the warehouse. This role may involve operating a forklift and assisting fabricators and installers as needed.

You will maintain clean work areas, verify stock, follow safety policies, and handle materials for deliveries. Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED, be comfortable standing long hours, and meet OSHA requirements; forklift experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED is required; forklift/overhead crane experience is preferred.
• OSHA certification current or required.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload containers, sorting, picking, stocking, staging, and transportation of goods.
• Load and unload materials to and from designated storage areas such as racks, shelves, or vehicles.
• Stack or pile materials such as lumber, boards, or pallets.
• Condense bins and make/keep slabs visible.
• Build bundles for trucks and load them as they come back in preparation for the next day’s deliveries.
• Cut slabs as needed.
• Install protective devices such as bracing, padding, or strapping to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.
• Verify computations against physical count of stock.
• Maintain condition of work area (free of trash, products in correct location).
• Follow company safety policies and procedures and encourage other associates to do the same.
• Receive and fill orders of materials, and products for fabricators (installers) and subcontractors.
• Operate forklift or other machinery to complete tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Work ethic

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Title

Warehouse Associate

Reports To

Warehouse Supervisor

Department

Warehouse

Position Overview

Responsible for specialized warehouse tasks in loading, unloading, order pulling, shipping, returns, forklift, fabrication, counter, or may have a generalized role working in all departments.

Job Responsibilities

• Load and unload containers, sorting, picking, stocking, staging, and transportation of goods.
• Load and unload materials to and from designated storage areas such as racks, shelves, or vehicles.
• Stack or pile materials such as lumber, boards, or pallets.
• Condense bins and make/keep slabs visible.
• Build bundles for trucks and load them as they come back in preparation for the next day’s deliveries.
• Cut slabs as needed.
• Install protective devices such as bracing, padding, or strapping to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.
• Verify computations against physical count of stock.
• Maintain condition of work area (free of trash, products in correct location).
• Follow company safety policies and procedures and encourage other associates to do the same.
• Receive and fill orders of materials, and products for fabricators (installers) and subcontractors.
• Operate forklift or other machinery to complete tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Accountabilities and Performance Measures

• Ensure slabs have no defects.
• Ensure that all tools, clamps, and straps/cables are kept in good condition.
• Select correct processes from clearly prescribed rules, past practices or instructions.
• Seek advice and guidance on non-routine or problem areas from supervisor.
• Under close supervision, exercise limited latitude/independent judgment.
• Work typically involves detailed checks or close review of output by a senior co-worker and/or supervisor.

Requirements – Education and Experience

• Ability to stand for periods of time up to and exceeding 60 minutes.
• Comfortable operating in environments with temperature extremes, moving machinery, and noise.
• Must pass a pre‑employment Drug Test and Background Check.
• HS Diploma or GED required; some experience helpful.
• Forklift/overhead crane experience.
• OSHA certification current.

Personal Attributes

• Communication Skills – Verbal Communication, Listening.
• Critical Thinking – Adaptable, Flexible, Problem Solving, Desire to Learn.
• Positive Attitude – Cooperation, Courteous, Friendly, Honest, Respectful.
• Teamwork – Collaborative, Team Player, Accept Feedback, Customer Service.
• Work Ethic – Multi‑tasking, Organization, Time management & Efficiency.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

• Requires occasional lifting up to 20 pounds and frequent lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Requires continuous standing, walking, and occasional climbing or balancing.
• Requires occasional reaching with hands and arms.
• Requires frequent pushing/pulling, bending and stooping.
• Requires occasional sitting.
• Requires frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions.