Warehouse Associate

Fonroche Lighting America; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Fonroche Lighting America in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support receiving, storing, picking, staging, packing, and shipping. The role ensures inventory accuracy and a clean, organized workspace while contributing to project execution and customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate is reliable, safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and willing to work as part of a fast-paced team. Prior warehouse experience and ability to lift heavy materials are preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, shipping/receiving, or material-handling experience preferred.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle warehouse materials as required.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Forklift experience or certification is a plus; training may be provided as required.

Responsibilities

• Pick, stage, pack, and prepare customer and project orders for shipment.
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently.
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment when properly trained and certified.
• Verify materials against packing lists, purchase orders, and shipping documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and warehouse best practices.
• Assist with additional warehouse duties and operational priorities as needed.
• Receive and inspect incoming materials for quantity, accuracy, and condition.
• Properly store inventory in designated warehouse locations.
• Assist with inventory counts and cycle counts.
• Report damaged materials, shortages, and inventory discrepancies promptly.
• Help maintain accurate inventory records and organized storage locations.
• Prepare shipments in accordance with company procedures.
• Label, package, and secure materials for transportation.
• Assist with loading outbound shipments.
• Unload, inspect, and document incoming deliveries.
• Communicate shipping and receiving issues to Operations leadership in a timely manner.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Lifting safely

Fast-paced teamwork

Attention to detail

Follow written/verbal instructions

Forklift certification/experience

Job description

Who We Are

At Fonroche Lighting America, we’re leading the shift toward off-grid, solar-powered lighting systems that help cities and developers build resilient, sustainable infrastructure. Our retrofit projects replace outdated grid-connected lighting with smart, solar-powered solutions—one streetlight at a time.

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina

Position Summary

The Warehouse Associate plays an essential role in supporting efficient, accurate, and safe warehouse operations. This position is responsible for receiving, inspecting, storing, picking, staging, packing, and shipping materials while maintaining inventory accuracy and a clean, organized work environment. The ideal candidate is reliable, safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and willing to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. This role directly supports project execution, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse Operations

• Pick, stage, pack, and prepare customer and project orders for shipment.
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently.
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment when properly trained and certified.
• Verify materials against packing lists, purchase orders, and shipping documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and warehouse best practices.
• Assist with additional warehouse duties and operational priorities as needed.

Inventory Management

• Receive and inspect incoming materials for quantity, accuracy, and condition.
• Properly store inventory in designated warehouse locations.
• Assist with inventory counts and cycle counts.
• Report damaged materials, shortages, and inventory discrepancies promptly.
• Help maintain accurate inventory records and organized storage locations.

Shipping & Receiving

• Prepare shipments in accordance with company procedures.
• Label, package, and secure materials for transportation.
• Assist with loading outbound shipments.
• Unload, inspect, and document incoming deliveries.
• Communicate shipping and receiving issues to Operations leadership in a timely manner.

What Success Looks Like

Successful Warehouse Associates demonstrate:

• Reliability: Arrive on time, maintain dependable attendance, and complete assigned work.
• Safety: Follow safety procedures and use warehouse equipment properly.
• Quality: Perform tasks accurately with strong attention to detail.
• Teamwork: Work cooperatively with coworkers and contribute to overall warehouse efficiency.
• Accountability: Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and meet expectations.
• Adaptability: Willingly assist with changing priorities and wherever support is needed.
• Communication: Communicate professionally and respectfully with supervisors and coworkers.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, shipping/receiving, or material-handling experience preferred.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle warehouse materials as required.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Forklift experience or certification is a plus; training may be provided as required.

Working Environment

This is a hands-on warehouse position requiring regular movement, material handling, and interaction with warehouse equipment and inventory. The Warehouse Associate must be able to maintain a high level of safety, accuracy, and productivity throughout the workday.

Why This Role Matters

Every shipment, inventory count, and material movement contributes to the success of our projects and the experience of our customers. The Warehouse Associate helps ensure the right materials are in the right place, at the right time, and ready to support the business.