Warehouse Logistics Associate

Nefco Corp.; Kennewick, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Edge Construction Supply, a division of NEFCO Construction Supply, is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support distribution operations in our Kennewick facility. You will handle receiving, storage, inventory control, picking, packing, and coordination with delivery teams.

You will perform forklift operations, cycle counts, and ensure safety, accuracy and efficiency in daily tasks. This non-exempt role offers OT opportunities and requires adaptability in a dynamic warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with ERP software.
• Familiar with warehouse layouts for planning.
• Basic MS Word/Excel/Outlook skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Overtime may be required as needed.

Responsibilities

• Receiving, storage and inventory control of construction materials.
• Pulling and staging orders; packing and dispatching.
• Operate warehouse equipment; forklift use and safety.
• Communicate with management and branch personnel.
• Attend safety trainings and maintain cleanliness and organization.

Skills

Positive attitude

Multitask

Excellent communication

Stand on concrete

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP software

RF technology

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

Description

Job Summary: Edge Construction Supply, a division of NEFCO Construction Supply, is a business-to-business supply distribution company that sells products primarily to commercial contractors, industrial businesses, municipalities, and government entities. Additionally, we have a rental department, repair center, customer training, and other professionally customizable services. We have developed a loyal clientele base. Edge Construction Supply is over 65 years old, privately held, and spans 5 states with 9 locations, headquartered in Spokane, Washington. We sell over 30,000 products from over 200 manufacturers, including: power tools, hand tools, safety equipment, abrasives, fasteners, hangers, strut, ladders and a variety of trade specific tools, equipment, & material handling products.

NEFCO is a construction supply company. We provide support to our contractors by serving as the channel that unites them with the construction products that they need. When it comes to the contractor, we are always there when they need us. We never stop working for them. When they build, we build together. #unitedwebuild

Job Summary: Reporting to the Logistics Supervisor, this position for all activities relating to distribution operations executing all receiving, storage, inventory control, picking, packing of construction supply material and dispatching of delivery trucks for delivery of construction supply material.

Job Duties:

• Provides general assistance, including pulling and staging orders
• Performs bin location maintenance
• Performs tasks to ensure safety, organization and cleanliness of the warehouse
• Assists in conducting cycle counting to ensure inventory accuracy
• Attends safety training and meetings; follows rules and regulations
• Performs forklift inspections and completes reports, forklift operation
• Communicate consistently with management, all branch personnel

May perform Receiving and Shipping functions as follows:

• Verifying inventory against purchase orders for accuracy
• Receiving inventory into the NEFCO ERP software system
• Staging/Shelving inventory
• Uses RF technology to pick orders and verifies items
• Sends picked orders to packing department
• Pack goods following NEFCO processes and procedures
• Loads trucks with packed orders in a specified sequence

Details:

• Monday – Friday 8am-5pm
• Typically 40 hours (OT available depending on NEFCO needs)

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• Ability to use NEFCO’s ERP software system
• Ability to use warehouse layouts for planning purposes
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, or Outlook a plus
• Basic computer skills
• Must have a positive, hard-working attitude
• Ability to multitask
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to stands on concrete floor for long periods of time
• Must be able to work in various climate conditions such as cold, heat, humidity for a long period of time
• Ability to crouch, stoop, kneel, crawl and twist for lifting
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to review and interpret computer images and written documents
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment (including forklifts) and be recertified
• Must be detail-oriented and hands on ‘roll up the sleeves’ type with aptitude for multi-tasking and adapting to a fast-paced environment with ever changing priorities
• This is a non-exempt position, eligible for overtime.