Warehouse Associate - 1st Shift

Nesco Resource•Bethel, CT

11h

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate supports daily warehouse and material-handling operations in a manufacturing environment. The role handles receiving, picking, packing, staging, replenishing, and shipping materials while maintaining accurate inventory records and following safety and quality procedures. It is a physically active position requiring extended periods of standing and walking, frequent bending and reaching, and handling materials. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The associate may handle, transport, or assist with disposal of hazardous waste. Required training will be provided when applicable to ensure compliance with RCRA waste-management requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions and safety procedures.
Basic math and quantitative skills.
Good manual dexterity and attention to detail.
Ability to identify problems and assist with resolving inventory or operational issues.
Ability to work effectively with team members and communicate professionally.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach; use hands and feet to operate warehouse equipment and machinery; and occasionally climb or balance.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move materials weighing up to 55 pounds.
Ability to move materials weighing more than 250 pounds with appropriate material-handling equipment.
Vision adequate to safely perform warehouse duties, including close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception.

Nice To Haves

Previous warehouse, manufacturing, or material-handling experience is preferred.
Forklift experience and/or forklift operator certification or license is preferred, or required based on assignment.

Responsibilities

Receive and unload incoming materials and goods.
Enter receiving information into the appropriate system and accurately label and store materials.
Pick, verify, separate, and stage customer orders for shipment.
Pack and repack materials according to customer specifications.
Prepare boxes, labels, and other shipping materials as needed.
Ensure products and materials are properly identified and labeled.
Complete system transactions related to receiving, inventory, and shipping.
Participate in cycle counts, verify inventory information, research discrepancies, and make necessary adjustments.
Perform required forklift inspections and review preventive maintenance checklists to ensure equipment is in safe working condition.
Operate forklifts and other material-moving equipment as required.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Follow company safety policies, procedures, and work rules.
Complete required paperwork accurately and on time.
Handle, transport, or assist with the disposal of hazardous waste when applicable.
Perform additional warehouse and material-handling duties as assigned.