Warehouse Associate - La Crosse

Sonepar Canada, Inc.; La Crosse, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings with company

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Wellness program

Gym reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Viking Electric in La Crosse, WI is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler to move products from the warehouse to customers in a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment. You will operate a forklift, pallet jack and handheld scanner, ensuring accurate inventory and timely delivery.

We offer training and a full benefits package within the Sonepar family. Ideal candidates are 18+ and able to lift up to 50 lbs; visa sponsorship is not required. Join us to support a growing, team-oriented operation.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly, or up to 75 lbs with assistance.
• Able to stand and walk for long shifts.
• Basic math skills (add/subtract).
• Willingness to learn forklift and handheld scanning device.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks and move boxes/material safely with forklift/pallet jack/handheld device.
• Count, check and record items coming in or going out of the warehouse.
• Use a handheld device to scan barcodes and track inventory levels.
• Assemble, package, label, stack and route material for delivery or storage.
• Help keep products organized and undamaged.
• Follow procedures to keep the warehouse safe and secure.

Skills

18+ years old

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Stand/walk long shifts

Basic math

Willingness to learn forklift/scan

US work authorization

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Handheld scanner

Job description

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There’s a Place for You at Viking Electric.

A career at Viking Electric is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Viking Electric https://www.vikingelectric.com/about offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate throughout the Midwest and are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. At Viking Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

Warehouse Material Handler

Job type: Full Time

Hourly pay: $19.00/hr - $24.00/hr (pay increases in range based on warehouse experience brought to the role)

**Compensation for this position includes hourly pay, short-term incentive bonus, and full benefits package offerings. The exact amount of base salary may vary based on experience and skills brought to the role.

As a warehouse associate, you’re key to driving a great customer experience by getting products from our warehouse to our customers. As orders come in, you help fill them accurately by finding the right products and getting them packaged and onto our trucks. You’ll work in a positive, fast-paced environment with a supportive team.

You will…

• Load and unload trucks and move boxes/material in a safe manner using a forklift, pallet jack, handcart, reach trucks,or other device (no experience required - we provide training)
• Count, check and record items coming into or being shipped out of the warehouse
• Use a handheld device to scan barcodes and labels, allowing us to track appropriate inventory levels
• Assemble, package, label, stack, palletize and route material for safe delivery or storage
• Help us keep products free from damage and organized
• Follow and promote procedures that keep the warehouse safe and secure

What You Bring

Requirements:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Ability to lift, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 lbs. regularly, or up to 75 lbs. with the assistance of supportive equipment or team members
• Ability to stand and walk for much of your shift
• Basic math skills (add and subtract numbers)
• Willingness to learn how to operate equipment like a forklift and handheld scanning device (we provide training)
• Ability to work in various temperatures within our warehouse
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without VISA sponsorship now or in the future

Keywords: warehouse, shipping, receiving, forklift, pallet jack, inventory, distribution, flexible, overtime, overtime, package handler, operations, logistics, pick, pack, selector, select, motor transport operator

What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Professional and personal development programs
• Tuition ReimbursementOpportunity to become a shareholder
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
• Robust wellness program
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

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Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email [e-mail] .

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Nearest Major Market: La Crosse Nearest Secondary Market: Winona