Warehouse Associate

Vego Garden; Tomball (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

12 PTO days per year

7 paid holidays

401k match 4%

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Toll roads allowance

Company meals

Job summary

Vego Garden in Tomball, TX is hiring a Warehouse Associate to receive and store shipments, pick and pack orders, and maintain organized inventory. This on-site role requires operating reach trucks, cherry pickers, and forklifts safely, using PDA scanners, and keeping work areas clean and efficient.

You will join a growing team at a company known for durable raised garden beds and community programs. A minimum of 2 years in a warehouse and strong attention to detail are expected; the schedule is

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a warehouse role.
• Experience with reach trucks, cherry pickers, and forklifts.
• Experience using PDA scanners.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Clear communication with coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate reach trucks, cherry pickers, forklifts, and pallet jacks as needed.
• Receive, store, and organize inbound shipments.
• Process and prepare orders for shipment.
• Utilize PDA scanners for inventory movement.
• Maintain clean, safe, and orderly work area.
• Participate in regular inventory counts.
• Report damages and quality deficiencies.

Skills

Reach truck operation

Inventory management

PDA scanner usage

Attention to detail

Team communication

Tools

Cherry picker

Forklift equipment

Reach truck

Job description

Company Profile:

Vego Garden is making gardening as accessible and sustainable as possible, while encouraging gardening to be an avenue for personal and community development!

Since its successful launch in 2020, Vego Garden has quickly become the leading brand in raised garden beds and one of the fastest-growing consumer brands in the country. In just five years, our rapid growth has led to the establishment of a 200,000-square-foot headquarters and distribution center, along with a beautiful 5-acre farm.

Today, Vego Garden proudly employs over 100 dedicated team members across the U.S. and internationally. Our high-quality raised garden beds are recognized for their durability, eco-friendly materials, and safety for both children and pets. We are proud to be partnering with Costco, ACE Hardware, Home Depot, Menards, Lowe's, Wayfair, and Amazon.

We owe our success to our loyal customers and passionate team. Through our Vego Garden Kids and Giving Back Program, we have donated more than 3,500 garden beds to schools, underserved communities, and other philanthropic initiatives - helping to grow gardens and give back across the nation by making gardening easier anytime, anywhere!

We're proud to be a certified Great Place to Work company!

Vego Garden Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status.

Job Purpose:

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for receiving and storing inbound shipments, participating in inventory counts, processing incoming and outgoing orders, maintaining organized product storage, and ensuring timely picking, packing, and shipping.

Essential Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to:

• Safely operate a reach truck, cherry picker, forklift and pallet jack when necessary.
• Accurately and safely put away inbound shipments.
• Utilize PDA scanner when moving products in and out of inventory.
• Ensure that inventory is stored and organized properly.
• Thoroughly process, package, and prepare orders for shipment.
• Inspect products for defects and damages; report quality deficiencies.
• Participate in regular inventory counts
• Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly and perform basic preventive maintenance functions on equipment.
• Report any damages to the supervisor immediately.
• Maintain a safe and orderly environment of the facilities.
• Follow Company safety and quality procedures; and other policies and guidelines governing Company operations.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• 2+ years of experience performing similar tasks in a relevant warehouse setting.
• 2+ years of experience with warehouse equipment, such as reach trucks, cherry pickers, and forklifts.
• Reach truck and cherry picker experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience utilizing PDA scanners.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate with coworkers in a respectful, concise and clear manner.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.

Physical Demands:

This position requires the ability to stand and bend for long periods of time with occasional squat, stoop, and turn at waist in a warehouse environment. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 lbs. unassisted. Must be comfortable working at significant heights on machinery (up to 24 feet). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Location and Work Schedule:

• This is a full-time, on-site position based out of Tomball, TX.
• 13808 Boudreaux Road, Bldg. #2, Tomball, TX 77377.
• Monday through Friday.
• 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Lunch break 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm.
• Pay range starts between $17-$19 per hour.
• Flexible Paid Time Off.
• 12 PTO days per year, accrued bi-weekly, with incremental increases annually.
• 7 paid Holidays.
• 401k contribution match of 4%.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance plans. The Company pays 100% of premiums for its employees for Dental, Vision, Life, and select Medical plans.
• Toll Roads Allowance of $140 per month.
• Company-sponsored breakfasts and lunches.
• We offer great culture, supportive leadership, engaging activities, employee appreciation, and other perks that make every day at work more rewarding!