Warehouse Worker

Cowtown Materials, Inc; El Centro (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligibility

Bonus programs

Car allowance or fuel program

Travel expense reimbursements

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

SRS Distribution Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Worker for its El Centro, CA facility. The role focuses on warehouse maintenance, shipping/receiving, inventory organization, and delivery prep, while upholding safety and efficiency standards.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading trucks, maintaining inventory accuracy, organizing storage, and operating warehouse equipment including forklifts. The position emphasizes teamwork and compliant, safe operations within a structured environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely load, unload, move, and stock materials.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate information accurately.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work instructions.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate basic warehouse equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare orders by processing requests, pulling accurate materials, and placing them in the appropriate area for customer pickup or delivery.
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently.
• Maintain inventory controls by minimizing material damage and ensuring order accuracy.
• Organize the warehouse and manage bin locations to support efficient operations.
• Establish, maintain, and promote high standards of customer service.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and operated according to company standards.
• Operate a forklift and other warehouse equipment as authorized and trained.
• Assist with product storage, material handling, and delivery setup activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Perform other warehouse duties as assigned.

Skills

Load/Unload Materials

Reading/Writing

Safety Procedures

Teamwork

Warehouse Equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Experience

Job description

Position Purpose:

The primary function of the Warehouse Worker is to be responsible for warehouse maintenance, shipping and receiving, product storage, inventory organization, and delivery preparation activities while supporting safe and efficient warehouse operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain health and safety compliance in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Prepare orders by processing requests, pulling accurate materials, and placing them in the appropriate area for customer pickup or delivery.
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently.
• Maintain inventory controls by minimizing material damage and ensuring order accuracy.
• Organize the warehouse and manage bin locations to support efficient operations.
• Establish, maintain, and promote high standards of customer service.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and operated according to company standards.
• Operate a forklift and other warehouse equipment as authorized and trained.
• Assist with product storage, material handling, and delivery setup activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Perform other warehouse duties as assigned.

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:

• Reports to the department manager. No direct reports.

Travel Requirements:

• Little to no travel required.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position approximately 50% of the time, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including steel-toed boots, as required.
• Will frequently move about inside the warehouse, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to operate warehouse machinery and equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to communicate with team members, customers, and management and exchange accurate information in these situations, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Working Conditions:

• Constantly works in a warehouse environment. Regular exposure to warehouse equipment, moving machinery, noise, dust, and varying temperatures. Frequent material handling and interaction with inventory, equipment, and delivery vehicles.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to safely load, unload, move, and stock materials.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate information accurately.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work instructions.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate basic warehouse equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Forklift experience preferred.
• Experience in construction, building materials, delivery, or a related industry preferred.
• Familiarity with material handling and inventory storage practices preferred.

Minimum Education:

High School Diploma or GED.

Minimum Years of Work Experience:

• 0-1 years of experience in warehouse, material handling, delivery, construction, or a related field.

Competencies:

• Safety Awareness: Follows safety procedures, identifies hazards, and promotes a safe work environment.
• Inventory Management: Accurately receives, stores, tracks, and moves inventory according to established processes.
• Order Fulfillment: Efficiently picks, loads, and prepares orders while meeting quality and productivity standards.
• Productivity: Consistently meets or exceeds established work goals and performance expectations.
• Material Handling: Safely and efficiently moves, loads, unloads, and organizes materials within the warehouse.
• Time Management: Prioritizes tasks and manages time efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Teamwork: Collaborates effectively with coworkers to achieve operational goals.
• Communication: Shares information clearly and listens effectively to instructions and feedback.

Work Location:

• On-site

The base salary for this position typically falls within the range of $18.00 to $19.81 per hour. Starting wage may vary based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the position being offered, location, education, training, and/or experience.

SRS Distribution offers additional competitive and non-financial benefits.

• Hourly associates may be eligible for overtime based on business needs.
• Depending on the role, associates may also be eligible for performance-based bonus programs, commissions, car allowance or automobile and fuel program, and reimbursement for travel expenses in accordance with company travel policy.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Wellness Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Holidays & Vacation Days, Professional Growth Opportunities, Development & Training Programs. All benefits subject to eligibility.

Job Location: National Structure - El Centro350 W. Olive Avenue El Centro, CA 92243

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: [e-mail] with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply.

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Wellness Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Holidays & Vacation Days, Professional Growth Opportunities, Development & Training Programs. All benefits subject to eligibility.

Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency ("Agency"), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.