Warehouse Associate: Forklift Operator & Inventory

Ferguson; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Ferguson is hiring a Warehouse Associate to operate stand-up forklifts, pick and pack orders, and manage routine material flow in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork, with a focus on maintaining clean, compliant operations.

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–4:00 pm, with pay ranging from $17.41 to $26.11 per hour. Benefits include health, dental, and 401(k) plans, with equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years warehouse experience in shipping, receiving, delivery, or inventory management preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid state issued license required.
• Follow all DOT standards and regulations.
• Possession of a DOT Medical Card or ability to obtain one.
• High attention to detail.
• Comfortable in a fast paced, changing environment.
• Positive demeanor, dependability, and strong work ethic.
• Self-starter with ability to learn our systems quickly.
• Continued focus on improving system efficiencies and business practices.
• Ability to lift items up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a stand-up forklift (order selector/cherry picker) to pull and prepare outbound customer orders.
• Build, wrap, sort, and transport pallets and packages.
• Use technology like RF devices to sort, scan, and prepare orders.
• Accurately and timely receive, verify, stage and stock all incoming material.
• Clean the workspace as you go and participate with the team in keeping our facility clean, safe, and accident free.
• Must adhere to all safety regulations, including the correct usage of PPE; this includes wearing a safety harness with a max weight capacity of 400 lbs.
• May be responsible for providing back-up driver duties and responsibilities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Fast-paced environment

Dependability

Self-motivation

Tools

RF devices

Job description

Ferguson is hiring a Warehouse Associate to operate stand-up forklifts, pick and pack orders, and manage routine material flow in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork, with a focus on maintaining clean, compliant operations.

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–4:00 pm, with pay ranging from $17.41 to $26.11 per hour. Benefits include health, dental, and 401(k) plans, with equal opportunity employment.