Warehouse Associate II - First Shift

Wagner Logistics; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision plans

401k with company match

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

Wagner Logistics in Kansas City, Kansas, is seeking a Warehouse Associate II - Forklift Operator to store, ship, and receive palletized products while upholding safety, security, and productivity standards.

You will load and unload freight, stack and rotate stock, pick and assemble orders, inspect equipment daily, and help with inventories. Proficiency with RF scanners, tablets, and a Warehouse Management System is preferred; a HS diploma and teamwork mindset are required.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience operating powered industrial trucks in a warehouse setting.
• Proficiency in reading/writing English and basic math.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload freight safely and accurately.
• Stack and store products in designated areas.
• Rotate products per customer specifications.
• Lead physical inventories and maintain inventory integrity.
• Label, sort, wrap, pack, or repack items as needed.
• Pick and assemble orders for shipment.
• Operate material handling equipment safely.
• Report damaged or missing products to leadership.
• Inspect equipment daily and notify for repairs.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.

Skills

English literacy

Basic math

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

RF scan guns

Tablets

WMS (Warehouse Management System)

Job description

Wagner Logistics isn't just your average logistics company—we're a dynamic team of adventurers, weaving magic into every step of the supply chain industry. As one of the top 50 Third-party logistics companies, we specialize in distribution center management, warehousing, transportation, order fulfillment, product assembly, and packaging. With us, every day is a new quest filled with excitement and opportunity!

Shift: Monday-Friday 6am-2:30pm with additional hours/weekends/holidays as needed

Why you'll love Wagner Logistics

Fantastic Benefits

Dive into family, health, dental & vision plans, 401k with company match & more!

Competitive Wages

We value your hard work & dedication.

Summary

The Warehouse Associate II - Forklift Operator is tasked with efficiently storing, shipping, and receiving palletized products, ensuring adherence to company standards for safety, security, and productivity.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Efficiently and safely load and unload freight, ensuring accuracy.
• Stack products in designated storage areas using appropriate equipment.
• Rotate products based on customer specifications.
• Maintain the integrity of customer inventory and assist in leading physical inventories.
• As needed, perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, or repacking tasks.
• Accurately pick and assemble orders for shipment.
• Safely operate all material handling equipment.
• Identify and immediately report damaged, lost, or missing products to warehouse leadership.
• Conduct daily inspections of all material handling equipment.
• Place unsafe or out-of-service equipment in designated areas and promptly notify Warehouse Leadership for repairs.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area.
• Adhere to safe working practices and comply with state, local, and federal regulations to ensure warehouse security and safety.
• Interact professionally with warehouse management, personnel, customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Complete all required records, reports, and daily paperwork accurately.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What You Need

Education

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.

Experience

• Previous experience operating powered industrial trucks or similar equipment in a warehouse environment.

Knowledge/Skills

• Proficiency in reading, writing, and understanding basic English.
• Basic math, counting, and computer skills.
• Strong communication abilities.
• Demonstrated initiative, reliability, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to use RF scan guns, tablets, and Warehouse Management System technology. Experience with similar devices and processes is preferred.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to stand, sit, squat, crawl, bend, twist, and kneel for extended periods.
• Capability to navigate through narrow and confined spaces.
• Work on sloping, uneven, and slippery surfaces.
• Potential exposure to high noise levels.
• Use hands and fingers to grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of various sizes and weights.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Wagner is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran, or other protected status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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