Warehouse Associate

Demgy Pacific; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Demgy Pacific in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Warehouse Associate to ensure timely receipt, storage, and shipment of materials and finished goods. You will maintain ERP inventory records, stock control, and provide production with materials per schedules.

You will operate forklifts and hand tools, coordinate with carriers (FedEx/UPS/DHL), and maintain accurate shipping records while upholding safety and 5S standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience using ERP systems or inventory control software.
• Proficient in MS Office and able to learn company software systems.
• Experience operating material-handling equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Ability to operate a light truck and perform local deliveries as needed.
• Experience with shipping carriers (FedEx, UPS, DHL, LTL).
• Operate hand tools and basic mechanical equipment safely.
• Strong communication in English and accuracy in records.
• Maintains accurate inventory, shipping, receiving, and quality records.
• Good math, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Deadline-driven, teamwork, and customer service focus.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds when required.

Responsibilities

• Move inventory and coordinate transfers with production.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and control stock levels.
• Provide materials to Assembly and other departments to support production.
• Receive, inspect, stock, and process incoming materials.
• Prepare outbound shipments with packing, labeling, and documentation.
• Schedule pickups with FedEx, UPS, DHL, and LTL carriers.
• Load/unload trucks and operate warehouse equipment safely.
• Enter inventory and shipping data into ERP accurately.
• Communicate shipment changes and discrepancies with teams.
• Maintain warehouse organization, cleanliness, and safety compliance.
• Package and ship finished goods per schedule and customer needs.
• Perform local deliveries as required and assist shipping activities.

Skills

ERP experience

MS Office

Forklift operation

Local delivery

Shipping carrier knowledge

Hand tools use

English communication

Inventory records

Mathematical aptitude

Organization & problem solving

Teamwork & customer service

Physical ability (up to 50 lbs)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Hand carts

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Tacoma, WA 98409

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $22.75 - $24.75 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Warehouse

JOB TITLE: WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE

REPORTS TO: WAREHOUSE MANAGER

DIRECT REPORTS: N/A

POSITION SUMMARY

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate receipt, storage, movement, inventory control, packaging, and shipment of materials and finished goods. This role maintains accurate inventory records within the ERP system, supplies production departments with required materials based on work orders and production schedules, prepares finished products for shipment, and supports shipping, receiving, and local delivery activities as directed by the Warehouse Manager and Leadership to meet operational and customer requirements.

ELEMENTS RELATED TO THE FUNCTION

Position Type: Non-Exempt

Location: Demgy Pacific, LLC, Tacoma WA

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk and hear. The employee will be required to routinely operate a motor vehicle and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

APPLICABLE METRICS

• Adhere to the Demgy Pacific attendance point system
• Adhere to the Demgy Pacific job variance to standard metric
• Adhere to the Demgy Pacific Safety protocols

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Move inventory to and from the warehouse and coordinate inventory transfers with production and related departments.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, control inventory levels, and learn and manage all warehouse storage locations.
• Supply materials, equipment, and components to Assembly, CNC, Molding, and other departments to support production requirements.
• Receive, inspect, stock, and process incoming materials and shipments in a timely manner.
• Prepare daily outbound shipments, including creating packing slips, wrapping products, packaging, palletizing, labeling, and documenting shipments.
• Schedule and coordinate shipment pickups with carriers, including FedEx, UPS, DHL, and LTL freight providers.
• Load and unload delivery trucks and safely operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts, order pickers, pallet jacks, scales, and related material-handling equipment.
• Accurately enter inventory, receiving, and shipping transactions into the company ERP system and maintain shipment documentation.
• Communicate with Customer Service, Purchasing, and other departments regarding shipment changes, discrepancies, shortages, or missing information.
• Maintain warehouse organization, cleanliness, and orderly storage of inventory and racking systems.
• Package and ship finished goods according to shipping schedules and customer requirements while ensuring on-time delivery performance.
• Perform local deliveries as required and support shipping and receiving activities based on workload demands.
• Respond promptly to internal customer service requests and resolve issues efficiently.
• Ensure a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, quality, and productivity in all warehouse operations.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate effectively with team members to support operational goals and continuous improvement initiatives.

EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Uphold and comply with Demgy’s Code of Ethics and Conduct
• Follow safety policies
• Contribute to the success of the company’s environmental, health & safety program
• Maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers in all departments
• Maintain accurate documentation as required, following Demgy Pacific’s document and record control procedures as applicable to the position
• Ensure that housekeeping within the department is properly maintained.
• Follow Demgy 5S program (workstation organization/locations maintained)
• Follow policies outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor

QualificationsJOB SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 2 years of experience using ERP systems or company-specific inventory control software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn and effectively utilize company-specific software systems.
• Experience operating material-handling equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand carts; forklift certification or experience preferred, with training available.
• Ability to operate a light truck and perform local delivery duties as needed.
• Experience working with shipping carriers, including FedEx, UPS, DHL, and LTL freight providers.
• Ability to operate hand tools and basic mechanical equipment safely and effectively.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to read, write, and speak English and interact professionally with coworkers, customers, and vendors.
• Ability to maintain accurate inventory, shipping, receiving, and quality records.
• Demonstrated mathematical aptitude, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with the ability to identify solutions and keep operations moving efficiently.
• Action-oriented, deadline-driven, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and time-sensitive tasks.
• Self‑motivated, reliable, accurate, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Positive attitude and strong commitment to teamwork, quality, and customer service.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and perform the physical demands of warehouse operations.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years’ experience in a warehouse role that includes working in an ERP System.
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Proven knowledge of warehouse policies and procedures
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work with all levels of staff
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing/warehousing preferred