Warehouse Operations Associate (Future Opportunities - Government Solutions)

Cart.com; California (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cart.com in California seeks a Warehouse Operations Associate to support warehouse functions including receiving, processing, and distributing materials. Ideal candidates possess a high school diploma and can handle hands-on tasks independently or collaboratively. The role demands reliability, physical capability for lifting, and a commitment to safety procedures. Previous experience in a similar environment is preferred. This position is open only to U.S. citizens.

Qualifications

• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer literacy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process incoming materials or mail.
• Stow, stack, or route materials to designated locations.
• Operate equipment such as hand trucks and pallet jacks.

Skills

Dependable

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Teamwork

Safety adherence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jacks

Hand trucks

Mailroom machinery

Job description

The Role

The Warehouse Operations Associate is responsible for performing a variety of warehouse, stockroom, and mailroom functions to support day‑to‑day operations. This role ensures materials, inventory, and mail are received, processed, stored, and distributed accurately, safely, and in compliance with established procedures. Assignments may vary based on business need and may include lead or equipment‑focused responsibilities.

What You’ll Do

• Attend team or operational meetings and follow daily work assignments
• Receive, verify, and process incoming materials or mail against documentation
• Stow, store, stack, palletize, or route materials and mail to designated locations
• Prepare materials, packages, or mail for outbound shipment or distribution
• Operate equipment such as hand trucks, pallet jacks, powered equipment, or mailroom machinery, as assigned
• Maintain accurate records related to inventory, mail volumes, or postage usage
• Identify and report discrepancies, damage, or deterioration
• Follow all safety, security, USPS (as applicable), and internal operational procedures
• For designated lead assignments, coordinate tasks and monitor completion to support workflow efficiency

Who You Are

• Dependable, detail‑oriented, and safety‑focused
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions and established procedures
• Comfortable with hands‑on, repetitive operational work
• Able to work independently or collaboratively in a team environment
• Physically capable of performing duties in a warehouse, stockroom, or mailroom setting
• Willing to learn equipment operation, systems, and role‑specific processes
• Reliable in attendance, punctuality, and meeting productivity expectations

Role Assignment Examples

• Warehouse Specialist
  • Attend meetings; verify materials against receiving documents and report discrepancies; route materials to storage locations; stow/stack/palletize per guidelines; conduct inventory and report deterioration or damage; prepare materials for shipment; operate hand or power trucks.
• Stock Clerk Lead
  • Attend meetings; receive assignments from management; delegate tasks and monitor progress; receive, stow, and issue materials; verify incoming shipments; ensure stock conforms to specifications and is properly stored.
• Mailroom Equipment Operator
  • Operate mailroom equipment (postage meters, folder/inserters, addressing machines, envelope sealers, sorters); prepare outgoing mail and packages; sort and distribute incoming mail; maintain records of postage and volumes; ensure equipment maintenance; follow USPS and internal procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions
• Basic computer literacy and ability to complete required documentation or records
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and adherence to scheduled work hours
• Ability to follow safety procedures, operational guidelines, and workplace policies

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a warehouse, stockroom, mailroom, inventory, or materials‑handling environment
• Experience operating equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, power equipment, or automated processing machines (as applicable)
• Familiarity with inventory control systems, shipping/receiving documentation, or mail‑processing procedures
• Experience working in a regulated, federal, or procedural‑driven environment
• Ensure compliance with USPS and internal mail‑handling procedures

Physical Work Environment

• Able to withstand moderate physical activity (standing, walking, bending, stooping over, reaching, etc.).
• Able to lift and carry up to 25-30 lbs. on occasion (document boxes, files, binders, and other items)
• Able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time
• Able to work overtime including extended schedules during peak seasons.

Eligibility Requirement

This position is open only to U.S. citizens due to applicable federal requirements. By applying, you confirm that you are a U.S. citizen and can provide acceptable documentation verifying your status if selected. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please do not apply for this role.

EEO Statement

Cart.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.