Warehouse Worker

Cowtown Materials, Inc; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Cowtown Materials, Inc is hiring a Warehouse Worker in Roanoke, VA. The role focuses on maintaining the warehouse, processing shipping/receiving, and setting up deliveries. You will help ensure accurate inventory and efficient order fulfillment.

You will lift up to 50 lbs, operate warehouse equipment, and work closely with team members to meet safety and service standards. A high school diploma and reliability are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience or more preferred.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal, with coworkers and customers.
• Demonstrates initiative, reliability and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare orders by pulling materials and staging for customer pickup or delivery.
• Load and unload trucks as needed and maintain accurate inventory.
• Organize warehouse space and manage bin locations; uphold safety standards and PPE usage.
• Operate forklift and other warehouse equipment as trained.

Skills

Independent work

Teamwork

Communication

Initiative

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Position Summary

The primary function of the Warehouse Worker is to be responsible for areas of warehouse maintenance, shipping/receiving, product storage, and delivery setup.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain health and safety compliance in accordance with company policy. Prepare orders by processing requests: pull accurate materials and place in appropriate area for customer pick up or delivery; load and unload trucks as necessary.
• Maintain inventory controls through minimizing material damage and ensuring order accuracy.
• Ability to organize the warehouse and manage bin locations. Establish, maintain and promote high standards of customer service. Lift up to 50 lbs., walk or stand for most of the shift, and wear protective gear and steel-toed boots. Ensure that equipment is maintained to company operating standards.
• Ability to operate a forklift.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred. 1-3 years of experience or more is preferred. Core Competencies: Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity. Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others' opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done. Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members. Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must wear protective gear and steel-toed boot. Will frequently move about inside the warehouse.
• Must be able to operate warehouse machinery.
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Constantly working in a warehouse environment.

Required Cognitive Skills

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on tasks.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive information.