Warehouse Associate - Inbound (Monday - Friday | 8:00AM to 4:30PM)

National Trade Supply LLC • Greenwood, IN

21h • Onsite

About The Position

At National Trade Supply, the Warehouse Associate I is a versatile, cross-trained fulfillment team member responsible for the accurate and efficient movement of product through the fulfillment center. The role spans warehouse operations, including receiving and putting away inbound shipments, picking and packing outbound orders, processing Ready-to-Ship (RTS) orders, and preparing and labeling Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) shipments in compliance with Amazon requirements. Associates are expected to learn all functions, work safely, and rotate between areas as operational needs require.

Success requires learning multiple warehouse processes, following standard operating procedures, maintaining consistent productivity throughout a full shift, and prioritizing both accuracy and speed. The role works in a non-climate-controlled warehouse and requires standing, walking, bending, lifting, twisting, and frequent handling of items weighing up to 50 pounds. The position has no supervisory responsibility and requires no travel.

Performance is measured by inbound receiving accuracy and putaway timeliness, FBA compliance, safety compliance and incident rates, attendance and punctuality, housekeeping and 5S adherence, and progress toward cross-training competency. The company describes a tier-based pay structure that rewards skill development, cross-training, and consistency, and a path for growth and advancement.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Genuine desire to learn multiple warehouse functions and contribute wherever the team needs support.
• Basic understanding of warehouse processes, including receiving, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Comfort using warehouse management systems (WMS), handheld scanners, and related technology, and willingness to learn required systems.
• Ability to follow verbal and written work instructions; average oral and written communication skills.
• Basic math and reading skills for order verification, label checking, and inventory counting.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly for order accuracy, label verification, FBA compliance, and packaging standards.
• Ability or willingness to obtain powered industrial truck (PIT) certification upon hire.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and twist for a full shift; ability to constantly reach with both hands and arms.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Comfort working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment.
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Prior warehouse, fulfillment, or logistics experience is a plus but not required; training is provided to the right person.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a warehouse, fulfillment, or logistics environment.

Responsibilities

• Unload inbound shipments safely and efficiently; verify product counts and inspect for damage.
• Match received goods to purchase orders for item accuracy, quantity, and condition, and promptly report discrepancies or shortages to the Fulfillment Supervisor.
• Scan and record received inventory accurately in the warehouse management system (WMS) according to receiving procedures.
• Label, sort, and store products in designated locations following warehouse layout, storage, and slotting procedures.
• Maintain organization and accessibility in inbound staging and storage areas according to 5S standards.
• Assist with restocking and relocating inventory as directed.
• Immediately communicate inventory discrepancies, misplaced stock, and receiving errors to the supervisor.
• Prepare FBA shipments in accordance with Amazon packaging, labeling, and shipment-creation requirements, including FNSKU labeling, poly bagging, bubble wrapping, and case pack configurations as applicable.
• Create and manage FBA shipment plans in Amazon Seller Central, verifying destination fulfillment centers and shipment quantities.
• Apply accurate, scannable Amazon-compliant carton labels, including the correct FBA shipment ID label.
• Verify each unit's condition, labeling, and packaging before adding it to an FBA shipment.
• Keep current on Amazon FBA preparation requirements and promptly communicate updates or compliance concerns to the supervisor.
• Stage completed FBA pallets or cartons in the designated outbound area for carrier collection.
• Maintain FBA shipment records and documentation as required by the company and Amazon guidelines.
• Follow company safety policies, PPE requirements, and safe material-handling practices.
• Operate powered industrial trucks, including forklifts and pallet jacks, only within the scope of current certification.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with 5S standards; clean and prepare the area at shift end.
• Promptly report safety hazards, near-misses, equipment issues, and injuries to the supervisor.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Cross-train and rotate among warehouse functions as operational needs require, including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, RTS, and FBA work.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay.
• Comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being.
• Cross-training across fulfillment functions.
• Tier-based pay structure that rewards skill development, cross-training, and consistency.
• Path to grow and advance.
• Stable, team-oriented work environment.
• Team leads and supervisors who support employee success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED