Warehouse Associate I

White Cap Management LLC; Fort Wayne (IN); Presencial; USD 19.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

White Cap Management LLC in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support daily operations, including loading, unloading, order picking, shipping, and material handling. You'll help ensure products are prepared for pickup or delivery and secured for transport.

This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for extended periods, and a team-oriented, safety-focused mindset in a fast-paced environment in our warehouse.

Formación

• HS Diploma or GED required or strongly preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in warehousing or material handling.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Basic understanding of shipping, receiving, and packing procedures.

Responsabilidades

• Load, unload, sort, pick, stock, stage, and transport materials within the warehouse and yard.
• Prepare items for shipment or pickup, securely packaging materials.
• Verify product accuracy and condition before staging or shipping.
• Operate forklifts or other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow safety policies.
• Assist customers, installers, or subcontractors by fulfilling orders or locating materials.
• May drive company vehicles to pick up or deliver materials as needed.

Conocimientos

Forklift operation

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Educación

HS Diploma or GED

Herramientas

Forklifts

Warehouse equipment

Descripción del empleo

A position at White Cap isn't your ordinary job. You'll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities.

The White Cap family is committed to Building Trust on Every Job. We do this by being deeply knowledgeable, fully capable, and always dependable, and our associates are the driving force behind this commitment.

Job Summary

Responsible for supporting warehouse operations by performing a variety of tasks including loading, unloading, order picking, shipping, and material handling. Ensures products are accurately prepared for pickup or delivery, secured for transport, and handled in a safe, efficient, and dependable manner.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Loads, unloads, sorts, picks, stocks, stages, and transports materials throughout the warehouse and yard.
• Prepares items for shipment or customer pickup by securely packaging materials using shrink wrap, strapping, or other protective methods.
• Verifies product accuracy and condition before staging or shipping.
• Installs protective devices such as bracing or padding to prevent damage during transport.
• Operates forklifts or other material handling equipment to move goods safely and efficiently.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Assists customers, installers, or subcontractors by fulfilling orders or locating materials.
• May drive company vehicles to pick up or deliver materials as needed.

Nature and Scope

Selects correct processes from clearly prescribed rules, past practices, or instruction. Seeks advice and guidance on non-routine or problem areas from supervisor. Deviations from the norm are cleared by the supervisor.

Under close supervision, exercises limited latitude/independent judgment. Work typically involves detailed checks or close review of output by a senior coworker and/or supervisor.

None.

Work Environment

Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes.

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds in a physical environment. Ability to stand for periods of time up to and exceeding 60 minutes. Ability to make repetitive movements, such as using a 10-key or calculator, bending, or squatting.

Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience

HS Diploma or GED strongly preferred. 0-2 years of experience in area of responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely.
• Basic understanding of shipping, receiving, and material handling procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy materials.
• Willingness to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.