Warehouse Associate I

WCM White Cap Management LLC; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

White Cap is hiring a warehouse associate to support daily warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment. You will load, unload, pick orders, prepare shipments, and handle materials with care while maintaining safety and efficiency.

The role requires being able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and work with a team. Prior experience is helpful and Spanish language skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED strongly preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in a warehouse or related role.
• Forklift operation and safe material handling understood.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, sort, pick, stock, stage and transport materials in warehouse and yard.
• Package items securely for shipment or pickup using shrink wrap and strapping.
• Verify product accuracy and condition prior to staging or shipping.
• Install protective padding to prevent damage during transport.
• Operate forklifts or other material handling equipment safely.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area in compliance with safety policies.
• Assist customers, installers or subcontractors by fulfilling orders.
• May drive company vehicles to collect or deliver materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Physical strength

Bilingual Spanish

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

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.

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.

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.
• Knowledge of construction and industrial products.
• Familiarity with hand and power tools.
• Bilingual-Spanish is a plus.

If you're looking to play a role in building America, consider one of our open opportunities. We can't wait to meet you.

For California job seekers: Pay Range $18.90-$24.60 Hourly. California law requires the posting of the salary range for advertised jobs. This range is determined based on market data and internal pay practices to establish a minimum and maximum value for a job. Individual base pay is determined based on a variety of elements including experience, skills, internal equity and other factors.

For additional details on benefits, please review the full job description on White Cap Jobs. White Cap and its affiliates serve as a one-stop shop, providing concrete accessories and chemicals, tools and equipment, building materials and fasteners, erosion and waterproofing products, and safety products to professional contractors by meeting their distinct and customized supply needs in non-residential, infrastructure, and residential end markets.

White Cap operates approximately 500 branches across North America with more than 11,000 employees and supports approximately 200,000 customers. For more information about White Cap, visit about.whitecap.com.