Warehouse Worker

POOLCORP; Milwaukie (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distributor of landscape products is seeking a Warehouse Worker in Milwaukie, Oregon. This role involves managing inventory, assisting customers, and ensuring efficient operations. With opportunities for growth and comprehensive benefits, it's a great chance to start your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

100% employer-paid Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs

13 days of PTO & Paid Holidays

Bonus programs including Summer Madness

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older to apply.
• Willing to learn evolving computer systems and processes.
• Bilingual (English / Spanish) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Accurately pulls, fills, and packs orders for delivery or pickup.
• Operates a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Maintains inventory through audits.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Pay : $18 / hr and up to $2,500 through our performance bonuses in the summer.

The Job

The Warehouse Worker ensures our customers get what they need for their landscape jobs, when they need it - through disciplined inventory management, exceptional service, teamwork, and a positive attitude. Many of our employees started in this role and advanced to become managers at the sales center or regional level, offering significant opportunities for growth!

Responsibilities :

1. Eagerly greets walk-in and phone customers, helps locate products, and directs them to the appropriate team member for further assistance.
2. Accurately pulls, fills, and packs orders for delivery or pickup, and communicates effectively with team members and customers during the order process.
3. Assists in loading the delivery truck.
4. Receives shipments, logs inventory, processes returns accurately, and maintains inventory through audits.
5. Operates a forklift safely and efficiently, maintains certification, performs vehicle safety checks, and reports discrepancies to a supervisor.
6. Helps keep shelves and yard stocked and organized.
7. Performs housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and secure facility, focusing on end-of-day equipment storage and closing procedures.
8. Assists with customer service and order entry as needed.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements :

• Follows instructions with minimal supervision.
• Maintains composure in a fast-paced environment focused on urgent customer needs.
• Recognizes patterns and discrepancies, making decisions to meet criteria or procedures.
• Is a dependable, cooperative team player.
• Understands how actions behind the scenes impact customer service.
• Willing to learn evolving computer systems, programs, handheld technology, and processes.
• Frequently lifts and moves items weighing up to 20 pounds, occasionally up to 75 pounds.
• Possesses or can obtain forklift certification.
• Must be 18 years or older to apply.

Preferred :

• High school diploma or GED.
• Bilingual (English / Spanish) is a plus.
• Experience in distribution or warehousing is helpful.

Benefits :

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage with FSA and Wellness programs.
• 100% employer-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs.
• 13 days of PTO & Paid Holidays.
• Bonus programs including Summer Madness and annual performance bonuses.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employee Discounts and more!

The Company

Horizon Distributors, Inc. (Horizon), a subsidiary of POOLCORP, is a leading distributor of landscape and irrigation products, with over 60 years of industry experience, serving professional landscape contractors across the US through 70 sales centers.

Why Horizon?

We prioritize our people and offer career growth, continuous learning, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive environment. Join us for stable work hours, overtime opportunities, and rewards when targets are met—often the case at Horizon.