Warehouse Associate

HW Staffing Solutions; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 20,275 - 28,877; Full time

Job summary

HW Staffing Solutions is seeking a Warehouse Associate in Salisbury, NC. This role involves material preparation, product inspection, sorting, and loading. Candidates must lift 40 lbs or more and operate hand and power tools. Previous experience in warehouse, construction, or manufacturing is preferred. The position offers 1st and 2nd shifts with a starting pay of $17.84 per hour. Ideal candidates should have a strong work ethic and be physically fit to handle the demands of the job.

Qualifications

• Proven reliability and a strong work ethic.
• Previous warehouse, construction, or manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Ability to follow safety protocols while handling heavy loads and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Build and stack custom wooden crates and pallets for secure product transport.
• Carefully inspect materials for defects or damage prior to loading.
• Organize products by category and manually load materials into containers or onto trucks.
• Safely use hand and power tools (drills, nail guns, etc.) to construct shipping crates.

Skills

Reliability

Strong work ethic

Manual dexterity

Ability to follow safety protocols

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Associate (Material Handling & Crate Building) in Salisbury NC

We are looking for hardworking individuals to join our warehouse team for 1st and 2nd shift positions. This is a fast-paced role that requires both physical strength and the ability to use basic tools for material preparation.

Shift & Pay

• 1st Shift: Starts at 6:00 AM
• 2nd Shift: Starts at 4:00 PM
• Pay: Starting at $17.84/hour
• Overtime: Candidates must be flexible to work OT as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Material Preparation: Build and stack custom wooden crates and pallets for secure product transport.
• Product Inspection: Carefully inspect materials for defects or damage prior to loading.
• Sorting & Loading: Organize products by category and manually load materials into containers or onto trucks.
• Tool Operation: Safely use hand and power tools (drills, nail guns, etc.) to construct shipping crates.

Physical Requirements

• Heavy Lifting: Must be able to lift 40 lbs or more consistently throughout the shift.
• Stamina: Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for long periods of time (8–10+ hours).
• Manual Dexterity: Comfortable handling tools and building structures with precision.
• Fitness: Must be physically fit and capable of performing repetitive manual labor in a warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Proven reliability and a strong work ethic.
• Previous warehouse, construction, or manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Ability to follow safety protocols while handling heavy loads and power tools.