WAREHOUSE WORKER (MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT) (FLEX)

NAVY EXCHANGE SERVICE COMMAND (NEXCOM); Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) in Bethesda, MD, is seeking staff to perform warehouse duties including receiving, storing, issuing and shipping. The role may involve operating a forklift and handling merchandise within a secure warehouse environment.

Must have a valid state driver’s license and forklift license, with HazMat training within 90 days. Position located in Bethesda with flexible scheduling and federal pay benefits.

Qualifications

• Eighteen months experience performing warehousing related duties.
• Must possess a valid state driver's license and forklift license.
• HazMat training within 90 days of hire per regulations.

Responsibilities

• Receives and unloads incoming merchandise; verifies against documentation.
• Stocks and shelves items; pulls merchandise for shipment and orders.
• Operates material handling equipment to move loads within the warehouse.
• Performs periodic inventories and assists in preparation.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Material handling equipment (MHE)

Job description

Why the Navy Exchange Service Command?

While some serve overseas for our country, we hold down the fort — we serve the men and women who wear the flag — America’s strength, America’s heart. We are here to guide them and deliver our service members and their families the tools they need to do what they love to do.

The Benefits Begin DAY ONE:

• Competitive Salary: Federal pay beginning at the Non-Appropriated Fund NF-01 level + depending on experience.
• Immediate Coverage: Benefits begin on DAY ONE.
• Comprehensive Healthcare: Federal Healthcare benefits, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) & Pension Plan options.
• Paid Time Off: Accrual of PTO starts on DAY ONE.
• Education & Growth: Tuition reimbursement program.
• Military Family Support: Continuity Programs for Military Spouses.
• Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible* after qualifying years of service.
• Exclusive Perks: Tax-free shopping, worldwide, at any Navy Exchange location.

Because here at the Navy Exchange Service Command, there’s no such thing as tomorrow — there’s only today. GET AFTER IT. Seize the opportunity to grow and be community-driven, too. Build a mission-driven life.

Mission: YOU.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9h1WLIY3hT8 – Heroes Welcome

Job Summary:

Performs a variety of duties in connection with receiving storing issuing and shipping etc. within a warehouse area. May be required to operate a forklift in conjunction with normal duties.

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Receives and unloads incoming merchandise deliveries. Opens inspects counts marks unpacks segregates and or tags items. Verifies items against appropriate documentation to ensure correct items and quantities have been received checks cost and retail prices reports shortages overages damaged items or any other discrepancies noted to supervisor. May sign for merchandise received.
• Warehouses stock according to specified locations. Periodically checks labels or bins for location accuracy corrects or notifies supervisor of problems. May be assigned a specific area for the performance of this function.
• Pulls merchandise in accordance with established procedures for shipment transfers or customer orders as applicable and directed by system or supervisor verifying information shown on respective documents against information on merchandise or labels.
• May provide assistance in the charge back area performing limited tasks in connection with the receipt storing and shipping of over shipped and or damaged merchandise. Assists in preparing charge backs and processing same following established procedures.
• Performs periodic inventories as required. Assists supervisor with inventory preparation.
• Performs basic housekeeping duties to maintain stock areas clean and orderly.
• May operate material handling equipment MHE capable of lifting up to 10 000 pounds as high as 30 feet to move load or unload transfer transport stack or unstuck merchandise materials and supplies from one location to another i.e. Stock Picker material handling etc. .
• Will operate manual material movement equipment up to 2 500 pounds to move load or unload transfer transport stack or unstuck merchandise materials and supplies from one location to another.
• Works under the general supervision of a designated supervisor. Carries out assigned duties in accordance with established policy and procedures. Work is reviewed in terms of efficiency of operations and adherence to procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a valid state driver s license and must obtain and maintain a forklift license.

PHYSICAL EFFORT

Walks stoops bends and stands for a long period of time. May lift and carry boxes weighing up to 40lbs and sometimes over 50lbs with assistance. Uses push carts to transport merchandise. Climbs ladders to pull stock stock shelves and bins. Uses sharp instrument to break open boxes.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works indoors and or outdoors which may be cold drafty damp or hot. Work is performed in close quarters in storage areas or bin aisles ramps or on platforms. There is danger of minor injuries such as cuts scrapes and bruises as well as from falling stock.

TRAINING REQUIREMENT

Associate must receive Hazardous Material HazMat training within 90 days of hire per Department of Transportation regulations

GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Eighteen months experience performing warehousing related duties such as receiving storing issuing shipping operation of manual material movement equipment etc. or similar work that provided the knowledge and skills to perform the duties of the position.

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE

One year of high school education may be substituted for 3 months of experience up to a High School Diploma or GED for 12 months of experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Walks stoops bends and stands for a long period of time. May lift and carry boxes weighing up to 40lbs and sometimes over 50lbs with assistance. Uses push carts to transport merchandise. Climbs ladders to pull stock stock shelves and bins. Uses sharp instrument to break open boxes.

Primary Location

United States-Maryland-Bethesda

Organization

Bethesda

Schedule

Flexible (0 - 19.5 hours)

Unposting Date

Oct 12, 2026, 10:59:00 PM