Warehouse Associate I

WCM White Cap Management LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

White Cap is seeking a Warehouse Associate in Tampa, FL to support loading, unloading, order picking, shipping, and material handling. You will prepare items for pickup or delivery, ensuring accuracy and secure packaging for transport.

Operates forklifts and other equipment, maintains a safe, organized workspace, and assists customers or subcontractors as needed. 0–2 years' experience and a HS Diploma or GED are preferred.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED preferred; 0-2 years of experience in warehousing preferred.
• Ability to operate forklifts or other material handling equipment is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

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.

About White Cap

If you're looking to play a role in building America, consider one of our open opportunities. We can’t wait to meet you. 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 supporting approximately 200,000 customers. For more information about White Cap, visit about.whitecap.com.