Warehouse Associate I-Carrollton

DGM SERVICES INC•Carrollton, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate I supports daily warehouse operations by receiving, handling, storing, and preparing materials and freight for shipment. This role performs hands-on warehouse and packing activities in accordance with work instructions, safety standards, and quality requirements. The Warehouse Associate I contributes to a safe, organized, and efficient warehouse environment while supporting internal teams and customer needs.

Requirements

1–2 years of warehouse, logistics, or related operational experience preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
Basic understanding of warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, packing, and shipping.
Basic foundational awareness of dangerous goods–regulated environments and procedures.
Experience operating forklifts or pallet equipment preferred, or ability to learn equipment and obtain required certification.
Successful completion of IATA, IMDG, and 49 CFR training within 90 days of hire, with a minimum passing score of 90%.
Basic computer skills for data entry and internal communication.
Willingness to work in regulated and compliance-driven environments.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
Ability to read and follow work orders, packing instructions, and SOPs.
Foundational awareness of dangerous goods–regulated environments and related procedures.
Demonstrated attention to detail when reading and interpreting labels, packing lists, and shipping documents to ensure accurate counts, labeling, and order fulfillment.
Ability to safely use basic warehouse tools and equipment as trained.
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
Ability to manage time effectively and meet daily operational demands.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.
Commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and maintaining a clean, organized work area.
Ability to work independently with direction and as part of a team.
Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and climb stairs throughout the workday.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. unassisted when handling freight, materials, boxes, or crates.
Regular use of hands and arms to handle, position, secure, label, and move materials, including use of pallet jacks and other manual equipment.
Visual acuity sufficient to read labels, packing lists, work orders, shipping documents, and computer screens accurately.
Adequate hearing to receive instructions, communicate with coworkers, and respond to alarms or warning signals in a warehouse environment.
Clear verbal communication skills for in-person coordination and two-way communication devices.
Ability to perform physical tasks for extended periods and adapt to changing workload demands.
Ability to use basic computer systems and scanning equipment for data entry, documentation, and inventory tracking as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating forklifts or pallet equipment preferred, or ability to learn equipment and obtain required certification.
Successful completion of IATA, IMDG, and 49 CFR training within 90 days of hire, with a minimum passing score of 90%.

Responsibilities

Receive inbound deliveries and direct drivers to designated unloading areas.
Unload materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material-handling equipment, as trained and certified.
Verify incoming materials against packing slips; note discrepancies and report issues to supervisors.
Transport materials from receiving areas to storage locations or designated work areas.
Sort and store materials on racks, shelves, or bins according to size, type, customer requirements, or operational procedures.
Assemble paperwork from Account Coordinators and stage orders on pallets or shelves.
Measure freight, verify quantities, and prepare items for packing or crating.
Load freight into boxes or crates and secure materials using blocking, bracing, stretch wrap, or banding as required.
Apply required markings and labels to packed freight.
Assist with preparing parcels and freight for outbound shipment.
Follow job breakdowns, work instructions, SOPs, and safety procedures at all times.
Support dangerous goods operations by following DG-related procedures and training requirements.
Escalate potential safety, quality, or damage concerns to supervisors promptly.
Maintain awareness of applicable regulatory and customer requirements impacting warehouse operations.
Read and interpret work orders, shipping documents, and packing instructions.
Perform basic data entry and documentation using company systems as required.
Support daily workflow demands and assist team members as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.