Warehouse Associate

Alliance Entertainment LLC; Shepherdsville (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

On-site coffee truck

Job summary

Alliance Entertainment is seeking dependable Warehouse Associates to join our Shepherdsville, Kentucky distribution team. You will help receive, store, pick, pack, and ship products in a large, fast-paced warehouse.

The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, safety, and reliability as you work with scanners and warehouse systems to move a diverse entertainment product assortment efficiently.

Qualifications

• Dependable team player with strong work ethic.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attendance and reliability.
• Ability to follow instructions, procedures, and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, sort, and stock incoming inventory.
• Pick, pack, label, and prepare customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Use handheld scanners, warehouse management systems, and other approved equipment.
• Verify product quantities, locations, and shipment details.
• Assist with inventory counts, audits, and reconciliation activities.
• Follow established quality standards, operating procedures, and safety requirements.
• Maintain organized work areas and help ensure warehouse cleanliness.
• Load, unload, and move merchandise throughout the facility as needed.
• Work collaboratively with receiving, inventory, operations, and shipping teams.
• Meet productivity, accuracy, and attendance expectations.
• Report inventory discrepancies, damaged products, or operational concerns to supervisors.
• Follow all equipment, safety, and security policies.
• Adapt to changing priorities and support multiple warehouse functions as business needs require.
• Help maintain a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Represent Alliance Entertainment with professionalism and reliability.

Skills

Dependable team player

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Organizational skills

Time-management

Attendance and reliability

Follow instructions

Positive attitude

Computer proficiency

Scanner proficiency

Flexibility

Stamina and discipline

Tools

RF scanners

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

Alliance Entertainment | Shepherdsville, Kentucky | Full-Time | On-Site

Help keep the products moving behind one of the largest entertainment distribution operations in North America.

Build a Career in Distribution and Operations

Alliance Entertainment operates one of the largest entertainment distribution centers in North America, supporting the delivery of music, movies, video games, collectibles, electronics, toys, and pop-culture products to customers across the country.

We are looking for dependable, hardworking Warehouse Associates to join our distribution team. This is a hands-on position that plays a critical role in receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping products accurately and efficiently.

This is not a traditional office position. You will work in a fast-paced warehouse environment where teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety directly contribute to customer satisfaction and operational success.

You will work inside Alliance Entertainment's 900,000-square-foot distribution center in Shepherdsville, Kentucky, alongside experienced team members who help move approximately 325,000 SKUs through our distribution network each year.

The Products You May Handle

• Vinyl records, CDs, box sets, special editions, catalog music, and weekly new music releases
• Movies and television on DVD, Blu-ray, 4K Ultra HD, collector editions, and specialty video
• Video games, consoles, accessories, Nintendo Switch products, Xbox products, and gaming merchandise
• Arcade machines, home arcade products, and related gaming hardware
• Funko products and other licensed pop-culture collectibles
• Handmade by Robots products
• Toys, figures, statues, plush, dolls, and licensed merchandise
• Trading cards, sports cards, gaming cards, and other collectible products
• Consumer electronics, accessories, and entertainment-related technology
• Books, comics, graphic novels, and other entertainment publishing products
• Limited editions, exclusives, signed items, numbered products, and premium collectibles
• New, frontline merchandise with sustainable recurring demand
• Returns, excess inventory, closeouts, open-box items, and products with shopworn packaging when applicable

Examples of Daily Activities

• Receiving inbound product shipments
• Unloading and sorting inventory
• Stocking merchandise into designated warehouse locations
• Picking customer orders using handheld scanners and warehouse management systems
• Packing and preparing shipments for carrier pickup
• Processing returns and inventory transfersPerforming cycle counts and inventory audits
• Maintaining organized and safe work areas
• Supporting special projects and seasonal volume increases

What You Will Do

• Receive, inspect, sort, and stock incoming inventory.
• Pick, pack, label, and prepare customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Use handheld scanners, warehouse management systems, and other approved equipment.
• Verify product quantities, locations, and shipment details.
• Assist with inventory counts, audits, and reconciliation activities.
• Follow established quality standards, operating procedures, and safety requirements.
• Maintain organized work areas and help ensure warehouse cleanliness.
• Load, unload, and move merchandise throughout the facility as needed.
• Work collaboratively with receiving, inventory, operations, and shipping teams.
• Meet productivity, accuracy, and attendance expectations.
• Report inventory discrepancies, damaged products, or operational concerns to supervisors.
• Follow all equipment, safety, and security policies.
• Adapt to changing priorities and support multiple warehouse functions as business needs require.
• Help maintain a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Represent Alliance Entertainment with professionalism and reliability.

What We Are Looking For

• A dependable team player with a strong work ethic
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Good organizational and time-management skills
• Strong attendance and reliability
• Ability to follow instructions, procedures, and safety guidelines
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Basic computer and scanner proficiency
• Flexibility to support different warehouse functions as needed
• The stamina and discipline to remain productive throughout the workday

Experience That Could Make You a Strong Candidate

Previous warehouse experience is preferred, but we are open to motivated candidates who demonstrate reliability, initiative, and a willingness to learn.

• Distribution center, warehouse, fulfillment, or logistics experience
• Order picking, packing, shipping, or receiving experience
• Inventory control and cycle counting experience
• Experience using RF scanners or warehouse management systems
• Experience operating material handling equipment, where certified and applicable
• Retail, stocking, grocery, or merchandising experience
• Manufacturing, production, or assembly experience
• Experience working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

What Success Looks Like

• You consistently maintain high levels of accuracy and productivity.
• Orders are picked, packed, and shipped correctly and on time.
• Inventory is handled carefully and accurately.
• You contribute to a safe, organized, and efficient warehouse operation.
• Supervisors and teammates can depend on you to meet expectations.
• You continuously learn new processes and support operational improvements.
• You help maintain excellent customer service through operational excellence.

Why This Opportunity Is Different

Most warehouse positions focus on a limited product selection. At Alliance, you'll help manage an extraordinary assortment of products across music, movies, gaming, toys, collectibles, electronics, and pop culture.

Alliance continues to invest in technology, operational excellence, and employee development. High-performing team members may have opportunities to advance into inventory control, quality assurance, lead roles, equipment operation, supervision, and other operational career paths.

Work Environment and Schedule

• This is a full-time, on-site position at Alliance Entertainment's distribution center in Shepherdsville, Kentucky.
• This position is not remote or hybrid.
• The role will be performed in and around an active warehouse environment.
• Schedules may include daytime, evening, overnight, and occasional weekend shifts based on business needs.
• The position requires standing, walking, lifting, bending, reaching, and moving throughout the warehouse during scheduled shifts.
• Candidates must be able to safely lift and move products in accordance with established job requirements.

Why Join Alliance

This is an opportunity to join an established public company that continues to grow across multiple entertainment categories. You'll work in a large-scale distribution environment supported by experienced leadership, advanced operational systems, and a team-focused culture.

At Alliance, we know that attracting top talent means offering more than just a career opportunity. Employees are supported with a competitive total rewards package that includes:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee ownership opportunity through Restricted Stock Awards
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• On-site coffee truck (Fridays)
• Paid time off
• Reasonable work expectations with focus on results and accountability
• Recognition and reward programs for milestone achievements; wellness challenges
• Supportive culture that values work-life balance and employee well-being
• Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and career development
• 401(k) with employer match

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, recognize your contributions, and help you grow with Alliance over the long term.

About Alliance Entertainment

Alliance Entertainment is a leading distributor and wholesaler of music, movies, video games, electronics, arcades, toys, collectibles, and entertainment products. The company serves a broad range of retail and consumer channels and operates a large-scale distribution platform from Shepherdsville, Kentucky.

Alliance Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. Final compensation, benefits, work schedule, and any additional employment requirements will be provided by Alliance Entertainment Human Resources.