Warehouse Associate I- Brea, CA starting at $23- $24 DOE

Wurth Louis and Company; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Wurth Louis and Company in California is seeking a warehouse associate to ensure timely receipt and distribution of outgoing orders and incoming materials. You will inspect goods, pack and ship items, and keep the warehouse safe and organized. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred and starting pay depends on experience.

Candidate will operate a forklift, assist with paperwork, and perform general duties as needed in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to read and write in English and understand sequences.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and climb ladders.
• Six months warehouse experience preferred; forklift cert within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect incoming items, placing products per guidelines.
• Pull inventory from stock, inspect and pack for delivery; keep racks organized.
• Check orders for accurate documentation and labeling.
• Assist with shipping/receiving paperwork and hazardous material labeling.
• Perform janitorial duties to keep warehouse clean.
• Operate motorized cart or forklift as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Bilingual English/Spanish

Forklift operator

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Stock picker

Job description

Agencies are hereby specifically directed NOT to contact Wurth Louis and Company employees directly in an attempt to present candidates.
Salary - $23- $24 starting pay - depends on experience
Bilingual English/Spanish skills are strongly preferred and may qualify for additional compensation
Summary
Perform a variety of routine physical tasks that ensure the timely receipt of distribution of out-going customer orders, incoming materials, and equipment.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Assist in receiving and inspecting incoming items/products. Ensures proper placement of products in the warehouse according to established guidelines and/or instructions from Supervisor.
• Pull inventory from stock, inspect and pack products for delivery. Verify inventories, maintain organization of products in the rack and perform other miscellaneous stocking duties, as requested.
• Checks orders for accurate and proper documentation.
• Assist in completing basic paperwork related to shipping and receiving tasks. This includes preparing necessary documentation regarding weight and freight cost on the order and properly labeling and documenting any hazardous material packages.
• Perform janitorial duties as assigned to keep warehouse and work area clean.
• Operate motorized cart/forklift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications

• Requires the ability to read and write in English and to understand numerical and alphabetical sequences.
• Requires the ability to complete forms and order parts.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds, climb ladders and spend significant periods of time each day in physical labor.
• Must be certified as a forklift operator within 60 calendar days of start date.
• Requires good skills in the use of tools required to perform assigned job responsibilities.
  

Education And/or Experience

• Prefer a minimum six months-related warehouse experience.
• Prefer experience in operating a stock picker and/or forklift.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Distribution industry preferred
  

Physical Demands
This work requires the following physical activities: climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, lifting up to 50 lbs. of material, finger dexterity for activities such as data entry and calculator use, grasping, repetitive motions, speaking, hearing, visual acuity, and mobility between locations. Use of both hands is required. This is a safety sensitive position.