Warehouse associate

Position Summary

We are seeking dependable, hardworking Warehouse Associates to support fast-paced warehouse operations. The primary responsibility of this position is to quickly and efficiently unload incoming shipments while maintaining accuracy and safety. Additional duties include assembling shelving units, sorting materials, and transporting products using manual hand pallet jacks. This is a physically demanding, hands-on role that requires a strong work ethic, urgency, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Prioritize fast, efficient unloading of incoming trucks and shipments to ensure warehouse operations remain on schedule.

• Work with team members to unload materials quickly while handling products safely and minimizing damage.

• Sort, separate, and organize incoming shipments into designated warehouse areas.

• Operate manual hand pallet jacks to move pallets, shelving components, and other materials.

• Assemble shelving units, storage racks, and fixtures using manual assembly methods.

• Follow basic assembly instructions to ensure shelving units are constructed accurately.

• Inspect incoming materials and assembled products for damage, defects, or missing components.

• Stage and organize materials for assembly, storage, or distribution.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Assist with additional warehouse responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, truck unloading, assembly, or general labor experience preferred.

• Ability to maintain a fast, consistent work pace during unloading operations.

• Experience operating manual hand pallet jacks preferred.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform repetitive physical tasks.

• Comfortable standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, and pulling throughout the shift.

• Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently with a team.

• Strong attendance, punctuality, and reliability.

• Good attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.

• No power tool experience required.

Physical Requirements

This position requires continuous physical activity, including repetitive lifting, carrying, bending, pushing, pulling, and unloading materials. Associates must be comfortable working at a steady, fast pace throughout their shift while following proper safety procedures.

Ideal Candidate

A motivated, physically capable individual who understands the importance of speed, efficiency, and teamwork when unloading trucks. The ideal candidate can transition between unloading, sorting, shelving assembly, and material handling while maintaining productivity and accuracy.