Warehouse Associate II

SanMar; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401k with company match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

SanMar in Ashland, VA seeks a Warehouse Associate II to support inventory by loading, unloading, and moving product, updating location data, verifying counts, and preparing shipments in a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment.

Starting pay is $18.50/hour with a $1.00 shift differential for 2nd shift (Mon–Fri, 2:30 PM–11:00 PM). Benefits include PTO, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, life and disability insurance, and more, with a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 years experience in a warehouse environment.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to read, write and identify colors, sizes, quantity, label and SKU information.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organization and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to learn and operate Internal Operating System(s) and RF unit.
• Self-starter with initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and data entry skills.
• Ability to follow directions and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Unload/load incoming and outgoing trailers; operate powered lift equipment.
• Store product by designated storage areas; update location databases.
• Prepare product for shipment; verify location and direct movement to staging area.
• Verify inventory reports by comparing logs; adjust entries as needed.
• Document warehouse actions via forms, reports, logs, and records; maintain databases.
• Monitor inventory via counts and resolve discrepancies; locate missing product when needed.
• Support other DC functions including returns, invoicing, tagging, and reporting.
• Maintain a safe, clean warehouse environment and comply with regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Typing

Data entry

Teamwork

Reading/writing English

Organization

RF unit

Self-motivated

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Powered lift equipment

RF unit

Job description

At SanMar, the work you do makes a difference.

Location:

10462 Hickory Hill Road, Ashland VA, 23005

Available Shifts:

• 2nd Shift (Monday–Friday): 2:30 PM–11:00 PM

Starting Pay:

• 2nd Shift – $18.50/hour (plus $1.00 shift differential)

SIGN ON BONUS INCLUDED (description below):

Employee must be in overall good standing at time of award payout.

• First payment of $1,000 will be made on the pay period following 60 days of employment with SanMar.
• Second payment of $1,000 will be made on the pay period following 120 days of employment with SanMar.
• Bonus amount is taxable and is not a net pay out amount.

What's the Short Version?

The Warehouse Associate II supports warehouse inventory by monitoring production; loading and moving product; designating storage areas; adjusting storage areas according to production and shipping requirements; and verifying product inventory reports.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Unload/load incoming and outgoing trailers, operating powered lift equipment to move product and materials as needed.
• Store product by designating storage areas; adjusting storage areas according to production and shipping requirements; updating location database.
• Prepare product for shipment by verifying location; directing movement to staging area; resolving problems.
• Verify product inventory reports by comparing logs and reports; adjusting entries.
• Document warehouse actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and records; maintaining databases.
• Monitor inventory by completing counts as required.
• Research and resolve any discrepancies with shipments, locations, or product. As needed, quickly and accurately locates missing product to complete and ship customer orders in a timely fashion.
• Support other functions of the Distribution Center as needed, including processing returns, invoicing and tagging shipments, inputting stats and generating reports, and building carts.
• Maintain safe, secure, and healthy warehouse environment by adhering to organization standards and policies, and to legal regulations; alerting others regarding potential concerns.

What Are We Looking For?

• High School Diploma or GED Preferred
• 1-3 years experience in a warehouse environment
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to read, write and have sufficient ability to identify colors, sizes, quantity, label and SKU information.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organization skills; demonstrating the ability to multi-task and prioritize daily responsibilities.
• Ability to learn Internal Operating System(s) and operate Radio Frequency (RF) unit.
• Self-starter with strong initiative and ability to work efficiently, with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient typing and data entry skills.
• Demonstrates ability to follow directions and change priorities or job duties as business needs require.
• Ability to work in high-demand, high-volume environment and meet deadlines.
• Comprehend verbal and written instructions.
• Able to work both independently and within a team.
• Mandatory overtime as required, which may include weekends.

What's Our Offer?

• Paid Time Off: You`ll accrue paid time off on a weekly basis based on hours worked up to 112 hours per year to start. Employees also receive 8 paid holidays and 1 paid family day off. Additional Benefits:
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k plan and matches $1 for $1 up to 4% of earnings, matched & vested at every pay cycle
• Life insurance
• Short/long-term disability coverage
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pet insurance

What Should You Expect?

DC Warehouse (Equipment): While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 60 pounds. The employee operates powered equipment requiring use of both hands as well as full range of motion of the neck, head and back. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, grasp and perform repetitive hand, wrist and arm motions. The employee is frequently required to climb stairs, kneel/squat, bend and carry. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employee may be required to wear a headset covering one or both ears. Employee will be required to wear Personal protective equipment such as a Protective harness while operating equipment. Basic English literacy is required for operation of machines and necessary daily paperwork. Work environment is moderately noisy. The employee is occasionally required to work near conveyor systems. There is exposure to dust and changes in weather conditions. Work is performed under typical warehouse conditions. Potential hazards exist with regard to machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, mechanized systems, etc. Work environment is hectic and fast-paced.The employee is regularly exposed to ambient lighting and can be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold including climates consistent with outside weather conditions

Why Work at SanMar?

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. They bring their talent, passion and dedication to work with them every day. Their hard work inspires us and gives us purpose. We love working here together.

Whether you work in our headquarters, from your home or in one of our distribution centers across North America, we believe that investing in you is just the right thing to do. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health and well-being, life balance, career growth and (eventually) retirement.

SanMar works with brands you already know, like Nike, The North Face and Brooks Brothers, as well as providing industry-leading private label apparel and accessories. Our people come to work excited to do their part, providing clothing that helps people feel that they’re a part of something special.

Here’s your chance to be a part of this story. If you’re ready to work in a place where your participation matters and your growth is a priority, we’re ready for you.

SanMar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, whoever you love or follow in faith, whatever your disability or superpower status, whichever ethnicity or gender you identify with, you are welcome at SanMar.

SanMar participates in E-Verify.