Warehouse Operator - $24.98 per hour (Fredrickson, WA)

Westlake Pipe & Fittings; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with 4% match

Paid Vacation

Tuition Assistance Program

Fitness Reimbursement Program

Opportunity for Advancement

Job summary

Westlake Pipe & Fittings is seeking a Warehouse Associate in Tacoma, WA. Responsibilities include accurately receiving, storing, and shipping products, optimizing space usage, and maintaining equipment.

The ideal candidate should have at least a high school degree and some experience in warehousing. The role involves physical demands and working in a moderate-noise environment. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Preferred high school degree.
• 6 months of distribution and warehousing experience or comparable experience.
• Must be able to pass basic math pre-employment test.

Responsibilities

• Count all products and check all shipments for damage.
• Maximize space usage and safely put away items onto racks.
• Ensure correct number and type of product is picked.
• Maintain equipment and assigned areas in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF technologies

Basic math

Attention to detail

Education

High school degree

Job description

About Westlake Pipe & Fittings

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division (NYSE:WLK), is one of the largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturers in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the company supplies gasketed, solvent weld, and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa-Lok® spline‑lock technology and product systems that focus on building a Better Foundation.

Competitive Pay & Benefits

• Benefits Effective Day 1
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k (4% match), Annual Retirement Contribution (3%), Life & AD&D
• Paid Vacation
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Opportunity for Advancement

Summary

Responsible for accurate receiving, storing, preparing, and shipping orders of product. Knows responsibility in contingency plan or crisis situation. Must be able to work the shift pattern as outlined by distribution needs.

Duties And Responsibilities

Inbound Freight

• Count all products, compare to manifest and check all shipments for damage, infestation, and production code dates
• Report shortages, damages, and mis‑shipments on appropriate forms
• Sign for inbound shipments when necessary
• If assigned and qualified forklift driver, unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations

Storage

Maximize space usage and safely put away items onto racks.

Order Picking

• Ensure correct number and type of product is picked
• Transport orders to shipping locations or delivery platforms with material handling equipment
• Stencil, tag or mark orders as required

Outbound Freight

• Compare quantity, labeling, and address with order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct
• Accept signatures for outbound as necessary
• Efficiently move product into outbound delivery vehicles

Facility/Equipment

• Maintain equipment and assigned areas in a neat, clean and orderly fashion
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently
• Comply with all local, OSHA, or Expeditors’ standards

Inventory

• Keep accurate records and reports; assist in physical inventories and cycle counts
• Ensure proper stock rotation

Other Duties

Repack or re‑box cases per instructions. Repair and re‑box damaged goods as required. Operate shrink‑wrap machine if assigned.

Education, Experience and Qualifications

• Preferred high school degree
• 6 months of distribution and warehousing experience or comparable experience – RF technologies a plus
• JDE experience preferred
• Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math (add, subtract, divide, multiply) and write legibly
• Must be able to pass basic math pre‑employment test
• Must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods
• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail and positive attitude
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Some work may be required in operating units that require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required.

Compensation

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. The pay range is based on relevant market data in our lowest and highest geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, experience, and skillset. Westlake is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, sign‑on payments and other forms of compensation may be offered as part of a total compensation package.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.