Warehouse Inventory Associate

The Timken Company; Washington; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Groeneveld-BEKA, part of The Timken Company, is seeking a Warehouse Associate in a Washington state branch. The role focuses on receiving, picking, packing, and shipping, with daily interactions with customers for pickups and inquiries.

Ideal candidates will have 2–4 years in warehousing, familiarity with SAP, and strong attention to detail. Forklift certification or ability to obtain it is required; overtime may be needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–4 years of warehouse, logistics, or shipping and receiving experience.
• Experience assisting customers with order pickups or working in a branch warehouse environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload shipments; verify part numbers and quantities against POs and packing lists, inspect for damage, and report discrepancies.
• Pick, pack, label, and stage customer orders for shipment or branch pickup, using appropriate packaging to prevent damage.
• Label and put away materials; keep shelves, storage areas, and inventory organized and accessible.
• Prepare shipping documentation and coordinate outbound packages and freight with UPS, FedEx, LTL, and other providers.
• Perform cycle counts and physical counts; reconcile with system records and report discrepancies.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment after training/authorization.
• Assist customers visiting the branch with order pickups and direct questions to the appropriate team member.
• Maintain accurate receiving, shipping, and inventory records in SAP; communicate order status and shortages.
• Maintain a clean, safe warehouse and follow safety procedures.

Skills

ERP systems

Receiving

Inventory counting

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

What Timken Makes Possible Begins With You.

Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.

A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world— improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 20,000 people in 45 countries, and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.

About Groeneveld-BEKA

Groeneveld-BEKA, part of The Timken Company, is the world's second-largest producer of automatic lubrication systems, lubricants and fluid management systems. Our products improve equipment life and reliability while reducing the total cost of ownership. Groeneveld-BEKA operates in more than 40 countries worldwide and is represented by a growing number of independent distributors in many countries around the globe. Groeneveld-BEKA products are supplied for ex-factory installs to leading manufacturers of trucks, trailers, buses, wind turbines, industrial applications, mining and construction equipment. In addition, Groeneveld-BEKA systems are installed in the after-market for a wide variety of mobile and industrial applications. Groeneveld-BEKA strives to develop and manufacture all of its products in-house according to World Class Manufacturing principles.

Job Title: Warehouse Associate

Department: Warehouse

Company: Groeneveld-Beka

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Warehouse Associate to support daily operations at our branch location. This position is primarily warehouse-based, with responsibilities that include receiving incoming materials, picking and shipping orders, organizing stock, and performing inventory counts. The Warehouse Associate will also interact with customers who visit the branch on a weekly basis, assisting with order pickups and coordinating questions with the appropriate team members. Success in this role requires accuracy, organization, safe material handling, and clear, professional communication.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload incoming shipments; verify part numbers and quantities against purchase orders and packing lists, inspect for damage, and report discrepancies promptly.
• Pick, pack, label, and stage customer orders accurately for shipment or branch pickup, using appropriate packaging to prevent damage.
• Label and put away materials in designated locations; keep shelves, storage areas, and inventory organized and accessible.
• Prepare shipping documentation and coordinate outbound packages and freight with UPS, FedEx, LTL carriers, and other transportation providers as needed.
• Perform cycle counts and physical inventory counts, compare results with system records, and report discrepancies for review and resolution.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment after completing required training and authorization.
• Assist customers visiting the branch with order pickups, verify order details before releasing materials, and direct product, pricing, or account questions to the appropriate team member.
• Maintain accurate receiving, shipping, and inventory transaction records in SAP; communicate order status, shortages, and discrepancies to the appropriate team members.
• Maintain a clean, orderly warehouse, keep aisles and work areas clear, and follow company safety procedures and applicable warehouse safety requirements.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–4 years of warehouse, logistics, or shipping and receiving experience.
• Experience assisting customers with order pickups or working in a branch warehouse environment preferred.

Skills & Knowledge

• Familiarity with ERP systems, SAP preferred.
• Working knowledge of receiving, order picking, packing, shipping, stock organization, and inventory counting procedures.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and interpret purchase orders, sales orders, bills of lading, and packing lists, and accurately match part numbers and quantities.
• Clear communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assist customers professionally during branch visits.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to take initiative, identify tasks that need attention, and complete daily responsibilities independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail, accurate counting and data entry skills, and the ability to organize work and manage changing priorities.

Other

• Ability to perform warehouse duties, including lifting and moving materials weighing up to 50 lbs and standing or walking for extended periods, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Forklift certification or the ability to complete required forklift training and obtain authorization to operate is required.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and warehouse best practices preferred.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, overtime, or weekends if needed.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.