Warehouse Associate I

J.B. Hunt; Alabama; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Associate I in Theodore, Alabama. The role includes assisting with secure inventory storage, shipping, receiving, and physical counts. Candidates must be able to work day, night, or weekend shifts to meet operational needs.

Key duties include preparing goods for shipment, maintaining inventory accuracy, processing stock requests and returns, and handling defective or recalled items. OSHA awareness and flexible scheduling are valued assets.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Able to work outdoors in various conditions and multiple shifts.
• Certified to drive a forklift and able to lift up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare goods and materials for shipment with packing slips.
• Maintain basic inventory and verify counts for accuracy.
• Process stock requests, orders and returns in inventory systems.
• Handle defective, recalled, or returned goods appropriately.
• Perform check-ins/check-outs and verify order completeness.
• Review daily receipt processing and returns to vendors.

Skills

Forklift operation

OSHA knowledge

Flexibility

Multi-tasking

Outdoor work

Education

GED / High School

Job description

Job Title:Warehouse Associate IDepartment:OperationsCountry:United States of AmericaState/Province:AlabamaCity:TheodoreFull/Part Time:Full timeJob Summary:Under close supervision, this position is responsible for assisting in the maintenance of secure inventory storage and control of materials and into/out of the warehouse. Performs duties associated with storage, shipping, receiving, and physical counts of the assets to verify integrity. Incumbent must be able to work any shift to satisfy the demand for flexibility of scheduling to ensure operational success. This includes, but is not limited to, day shifts, night shifts and weekend shifts.Job Description:Key Responsibilities:Prepare goods and materials to be shipped along with their corresponding packing slips; perform basic inventory maintenanceEnsure compliance with established internal control procedures (e.g. dock doors are locked, wheel chocks utilization)Process material stock requests, orders and returns using inventory and billing systems necessary for installationHandle defective, discontinued or recalled goods; destroy returned goods as appropriatePerform check-ins and check-outs; verify order completeness and inspect for damageReview the daily processing of goods received as returns and the return of goods to vendors; ensure the timely and accurate processing of all returnsReceive, issue and store supplies and equipment; processing customer turn-ins; inspecting, verifying and counting supplies and equipment for accuracy, overall condition and accountabilityQualifications:Minimum Qualifications:18 years of ageAbility to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if neededPreferred Qualifications:1-2 years experience with High School Diploma/GEDCertified to drive a forkliftOSHA knowledgeAbility to fulfill physical requirements (lift/move appliance up to 100 pounds)Ability to wear appropriate work attire (bump cap, footwear, gloves, safety vests)Willingness to work flexible workdays and hoursAbility to multi taskThis position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.Compensation:Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.Benefits:The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.Education:GED, High SchoolWork Experience:Job Opening ID:00640315 Warehouse Associate I (Evergreen) (Open)“This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.”J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.