Warehouse Associate

Future Materials - A Marmon | Berkshire Hathaway Company; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Future Metals LLC is seeking a Warehouse Associate in the Northeast region. You will support order fulfillment and warehouse operations by accurately picking, inspecting, processing, packaging, and shipping customer orders while maintaining inventory accuracy and a safe, organized warehouse environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of warehouse experience and are comfortable operating material handling equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years of warehouse, distribution, or material handling experience preferred.
• Previous experience operating material handling equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pull and pick material from inventory to fulfill customer orders accurately.
• Inspect material for defects or damage prior to shipment.
• Verify material specifications match customer requirements and pick tickets.
• Package material according to customer specifications and shipping requirements.
• Enter and maintain accurate order information within the ERP system.
• Generate and print shipping labels for outgoing shipments.
• Cut material using abrasive saws, FMB saws, and cold saw equipment.
• Deburr material using grinding equipment as required.
• Maintain accurate inventory locations by completing location transfers within the ERP system.
• Participate in cycle counts and support inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Assist in other warehouse functions as assigned by the Warehouse Lead or Management.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment while following all company safety procedures.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Inventory control

Order fulfillment

Forklift operation

Measurement tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP software

WMS experience

Microsoft Office

Job description

Future Metals LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

PURPOSE

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for supporting order fulfillment and warehouse operations by accurately picking, inspecting, processing, packaging, and shipping customer orders while maintaining inventory accuracy and a safe, organized warehouse environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Most critical responsibilities requiring the majority of the employee's time and effort.

• Pull and pick material from inventory to fulfill customer orders accurately.
• Inspect material for defects or damage prior to shipment.
• Verify material specifications match customer requirements and pick tickets.
• Package material according to customer specifications and shipping requirements.
• Enter and maintain accurate order information within the ERP system.
• Generate and print shipping labels for outgoing shipments.
• Cut material using abrasive saws, FMB saws, and cold saw equipment.
• Deburr material using grinding equipment as required.
• Maintain accurate inventory locations by completing location transfers within the ERP system.
• Participate in cycle counts and support inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Assist in other warehouse functions as assigned by the Warehouse Lead or Management.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment while following all company safety procedures.

Work Experience / Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) to two (2) years of warehouse, distribution, or material handling experience preferred.
• Previous experience operating material handling equipment is preferred.

COMPETENCIES

Warehouse Operations

• Knowledge of warehouse procedures, inventory control, and order fulfillment processes.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and follow established procedures.

Equipment Operation

• Ability to safely operate a forklift (certification preferred or ability to obtain certification).
• Ability to safely operate abrasive saws, FMB saws, cold saws, grinders, and other warehouse equipment.

Computer Skills

• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using ERP or warehouse management systems preferred.

Communication

• Communicates effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Follows verbal and written instructions accurately.

Organization & Attention to Detail

• Demonstrates strong organizational skills.
• Maintains accuracy while working in a fast-paced environment.

Mathematical Skills

• Performs basic mathematical calculations accurately.
• Uses measurements to ensure material is cut and processed correctly.

Measurement Skills

• Ability to read and accurately use rulers, measuring tapes, calipers, and micrometers.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position safely and successfully in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, and climb for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Heavier materials must be moved using appropriate material handling equipment.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise, dust, and moving equipment.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job‑related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.