Warehouse Associate

ENTEK Manufacturing LLC; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

ENTEK Manufacturing LLC in Terre Haute, Indiana, is seeking a Warehouse Associate to receive, store, move, and ship materials in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will operate forklifts, use ERP and barcode systems, and help maintain inventory accuracy while supporting Lean and 5S initiatives.

The role offers full-time, non-exempt schedules with day or night shifts based on production needs and overtime as required. Join a team focused on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse, shipping, receiving, inventory, distribution, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Forklift operating experience or ability to become forklift certified.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, shipping documents, and inventory records.
• Basic computer skills and ability to work with ERP or warehouse management systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work flexible schedules, overtime, or weekends as business needs require.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Safely receive, inspect, unload, store, stage, and distribute raw materials, components, and finished goods.
• Operate forklifts and other powered industrial equipment to transport materials throughout warehouse and manufacturing areas.
• Pick, package, stage, and prepare materials for customer shipments and production work orders.
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and containers while following all safety procedures.
• Complete inventory transactions using ERP systems, barcode scanners, and warehouse technology.
• Verify shipping documents, packing lists, bills of lading, and receiving documentation.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through proper material identification, storage, and location control.
• Follow work instructions, Bills of Material (BOMs), shipping documentation, and warehouse procedures.
• Deliver materials to production work centers according to manufacturing priorities.
• Perform cycle counts and assist with physical inventories.
• Operate packaging, labeling, banding, and shrink-wrap equipment.
• Support receiving inspections, inventory replenishment, and warehouse organization.
• Communicate inventory discrepancies, material shortages, and equipment concerns to supervisors.
• Cross-train in shipping, receiving, inventory control, and material handling functions.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas while following all company safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety-focused

Excellent communication

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

ERP systems

Barcode scanners

RF devices

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Join ENTEK in Terre Haute, Indiana! ENTEK is excited to welcome

Description: Join ENTEK in Terre Haute, Indiana! ENTEK is excited to welcome Warehouse Associates to our team in Terre Haute, Indiana. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, operating material handling equipment, and ensuring materials move safely and efficiently throughout a world-class manufacturing facility, this is an excellent opportunity to build your career.

As a Warehouse Associate, you'll play a vital role in supporting production by receiving, storing, moving, and shipping materials while maintaining inventory accuracy and supporting operational excellence. You'll work with warehouse technology, forklifts, inventory systems, and cross-functional teams to keep our manufacturing operations running efficiently.

What You'll Do

As a Warehouse Associate, you'll support all aspects of warehouse and material handling operations while helping maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.

In This Role, You Will

• Safely receive, inspect, unload, store, stage, and distribute raw materials, components, and finished goods
• Operate forklifts and other powered industrial equipment to transport materials throughout warehouse and manufacturing areas
• Pick, package, stage, and prepare materials for customer shipments and production work orders
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and containers while following all safety procedures
• Complete inventory transactions using ERP systems, barcode scanners, and warehouse technology
• Verify shipping documents, packing lists, bills of lading, and receiving documentation
• Maintain inventory accuracy through proper material identification, storage, and location control
• Follow work instructions, Bills of Material (BOMs), shipping documentation, and warehouse procedures
• Deliver materials to production work centers according to manufacturing priorities
• Perform cycle counts and assist with physical inventories
• Operate packaging, labeling, banding, and shrink-wrap equipment
• Support receiving inspections, inventory replenishment, and warehouse organization
• Communicate inventory discrepancies, material shortages, and equipment concerns to supervisors
• Cross-train in shipping, receiving, inventory control, and material handling functions
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain clean, organized work areas while following all company safety policies and procedures

Requirements: What We're Looking For

We're seeking dependable, safety-focused individuals who enjoy working as part of a team and take pride in supporting manufacturing operations through accurate material handling and inventory management.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous warehouse, shipping, receiving, inventory, distribution, or manufacturing experience preferred
• Forklift operating experience or the ability to become forklift certified
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, shipping documents, and inventory records
• Basic computer skills and the ability to work with ERP or warehouse management systems
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work flexible schedules, overtime, or weekends as business needs require
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing warehouse experience
• Current forklift certification
• Experience operating yard trucks
• Experience using barcode scanners, RF devices, and ERP inventory systems
• Experience with inventory control and cycle counting
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles

Your Work Schedule

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Employees may work a variety of day or night shifts based on production requirements. Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and additional hours is expected to support manufacturing operations and customer commitments. Warehouse Associates work throughout warehouse and manufacturing environments and regularly operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.

What Makes ENTEK Different

ENTEK is more than a manufacturing company—we're a team driven by values. Our core DNA is built on:

• Respect – valuing each person and every contribution
• Integrity – doing what's right, always
• Innovation – pushing boundaries with creativity and technology
• Commitment – to our people, our customers, and our future

When you join ENTEK, you're not just taking a job—you're becoming part of a company that invests in you, your growth, and your success.

Learn more about us at www.entek.com and discover the opportunities waiting for you.

ENTEK is an equal opportunity employer.

ENTEK's locations are non-smoking.