Warehouse Worker - Inventory - 2nd Shift

Penske Truck Rental; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking detail-oriented Inventory Associates to join their warehouse team. This role is essential for maintaining accurate inventory records through regular counts and audits. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong organizational skills and a commitment to safety. With a competitive wage and a variety of benefits, including a retention bonus and allowances, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for growth and development within the organization. If you're ready to contribute to a dynamic team and excel in a warehouse setting, this role is for you!

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K

Associate Referral Program

Boot Allowance

Retention Bonus

Attendance Pay

Qualifications

• No prior warehouse experience required but preferred.
• Ability to work independently and follow directions required.
• Regular, predictable attendance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular cycle counts of inventory items.
• Use handheld scanners to scan products accurately.
• Collaborate with supervisors to resolve inventory discrepancies.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Multi-tasking

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Handheld Scanners

Forklifts

Pallet Jacks

Job description

Penske Logistics is looking for warehouse associates to become part of an excellent team! We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized individuals to join our warehouse team as an Inventory Associate. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy of our inventory records through regular counts, audits, and processing of damages. This position requires excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work efficiently within a fast-paced warehouse environment. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are safety conscious and have a pleasant, outgoing attitude who want to excel in a warehouse environment.

This position is eligible for a $1500 retention bonus and $125 Boot allowance after 90-days of employment!

Why is Penske Logistics for you?

We take pride in offering a competitive wage and great benefits including:

• Base Pay Rate : $18/HR
• Shift Differential: $1
• Perfect Attendance Pay:Up to an additional $3 HR (M-TH) / $5 HR (FRI-SUN)

Work Schedule:

12pm - End of Production (on average 10–12-hour work days)

Additional Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• Associate Referral Program

Our associates also enjoy numerous associate discounts and opportunities to grow with the organization!

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular cycle counts of inventory items according to established schedules and procedures
• Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments, material and equipment needs
• Use handheld scanners to scan products using a warehouse management system
• Use inventory management software or WMS to accurately record inventory levels and locations
• Weigh or count items for distribution to ensure conformance to company standards
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between inventory counts and system records
• Collaborate with warehouse supervisors and inventory control team to identify root causes of inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Perform inventory reconciliation tasks to ensure quality control and the data integrity
• Maintain accurate inventory records and complete daily logs
• Update system databases with cycle count results
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines while performing inventory counting tasks.
• Communicate with associates from other shifts
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks and a variety of warehouse mechanical equipment (where applicable)
• Pack containers and re-pack damaged containers
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Accurately match numbers & letters
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

• No prior warehouse experience required but preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Proficient reading skills and ability to follow directions required
• Ability to work independently, customer service, dealing with others, multi-tasking skills, organizational skills, flexible, excellent with numbers and time management skills required
• Flexible to work overtime preferred
• Ability to work in non-climate-controlled conditions required
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• Ability to work independently, customer service, multi-tasking skills, organizational skills, flexible, and time management skills required
• Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specific location required
• Complete a Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required.

This position is designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The associate will be required to remember and understand certain instructions, guidelines, or other information. The associate must be able to see and verbally communicate. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Penske Logistics

Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.

Job Category: Warehouse

Job Family: Warehouse

Address: 8500 Scudder Avenue

Primary Location: US-MO-Kinloch

Employer: Penske Logistics LLC

Req ID: 2505993