Warehouse Associate

Parksite • Town of Salina, NY

6h • $20 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Parksite and Atlantic Plywood, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking motivated and detail-oriented Warehouse Associates to join their growing distribution operations. This role offers comprehensive training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for advancement in the wholesale building materials industry. The position is a non-exempt, hourly role eligible for overtime.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 3 months of warehouse experience or equivalent training/education.
• Basic English reading and writing skills sufficient to understand safety instructions, labels, and operating procedures.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable, punctual, and safety-focused.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 90 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in indoor/outdoor environments, including hot and cold conditions.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and machinery.
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Forklift operation experience (sit-down, cherry picker, reach truck)
• Voice-picking system experience
• Lumber or building product industry experience
• Receiving and shipping experience
• Inventory control experience
• WMS (Warehouse Management System) familiarity
• Previous experience in a distribution or warehouse environment

Responsibilities

• Use voice-picking technology to accurately pick, pack, and prepare customer orders.
• Assemble and verify orders for accuracy and quality before shipment.
• Load outbound shipments and process orders using the Infor/CSD/WMS platform.
• Unload and inspect inbound merchandise for accuracy and quality.
• Check in products against purchase orders and apply SKU labels.
• Move, sort, and store materials in designated locations for efficient retrieval.
• Safely operate sit-down forklifts, reach trucks, and cherry pickers after successful completion of company-provided training and OSHA-required certification.
• Transport, stack, and store pallets following all safety guidelines.
• Assist with physical inventory and scheduled cycle counts.
• Identify and report inventory discrepancies.
• Maintain organized storage areas to support operational efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Wear required PPE including steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and gloves.
• Follow all safety policies and report hazards or equipment issues immediately.
• Work safely in indoor, outdoor, hot, and cold environments.
• Follow company policies and supervisor instructions.
• Collaborate with team members to meet productivity goals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Maintain a positive, customer-focused attitude.

Benefits

• Employee ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) Program
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Insurance Plans
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Bonus Incentives for employee referrals
• Comprehensive forklift training and certification
• Training on state-of-the-art voice-picking systems
• Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience with Infor/CSD platforms
• Safety training and OSHA compliance education

What This Job Offers

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