Warehouse Associate

Mckinstry; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match and profit‑

Paid time off and holidays

Comprehensive medical, prescription, &

Job summary

McKinstry in Kent, WA is seeking a Warehouse Associate to execute core warehouse processes and support daily priorities on site. You will train teammates, ensure quality, and manage picks/shipments to keep operations running smoothly.

This hourly role requires strong inventory accuracy, teamwork, and the ability to coordinate multiple tasks with safety in mind. Competitive pay and full benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification required.
• Experience training new hires on standard work and quality control.
• Strong team coordination including scheduling and coverage awareness.
• High accuracy in inventory and transaction records; investigate discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily warehouse tasks and prioritize workload.
• Train and coach new hires on standard work and quality expectations.
• Own quality control: verify picks/shipments and reduce errors.
• Provide daily status updates and report inventory and scheduling constraints.

Skills

Forklift certified

Train new hires

Team coordination

Inventory accuracy

Multi-equipment certification

Job description

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

McKinstry is looking for a Warehouse Associate to join our growing Supply Chain Operations team in our facility in Kent, WA. The Warehouse Associate executes core warehouse processes independently. This role may train others, coordinate daily priorities, and provide reliable and accurate work output to keep warehouse operations running smoothly. Additional responsibilities may include:

• Perform daily execution in area(s): able to assign/prioritize tasks, balance workload, and ensure safe/accurate throughput.
• Train and coach new hires or less experienced Warehouse Handlers on standard work, quality expectations, and equipment/tool functionality.
• Own quality control: verify picks/shipments, reduce errors, and implement process improvements.
• Provide reporting and communication: daily status, constraints, inventory issues, and schedule/coverage needs.

What You Need To Succeed at McKinstry:

• Forklift certified.
• Demonstrated ability to train new hires and enforce standard work/quality control.
• Team coordination skills (task prioritization, scheduling/coverage awareness, communication).
• Strong inventory and transaction accuracy; able to investigate discrepancies and document fixes.
• Advanced multi-equipment certification/competency as applicable.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• "Building Good" paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $42.50 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is considered non-exempt and will be paid hourly. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment iscontingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.