Warehouse Associate (1st Shift)

MS Walker•Norwood, MA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

M.S. Walker is hiring a full-time Warehouse Associate for its first-shift team in Norwood, Massachusetts. The role supports the beverage distributor's warehouse operations by preparing customer orders and helping shipments leave accurately and on time. It is an active position involving movement throughout the day, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:10 p.m. and 40 hours guaranteed each week. Training is provided for operating warehouse equipment. The posting highlights a $1,200 sign-on bonus, performance bonus opportunities, potential overtime during peak seasons, and union benefits. This is not a seasonal position.

Requirements

Be able to regularly lift 40–50 pounds.
Be comfortable with active, physical work.
Be dependable and ready to contribute every day.
Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

Previous warehouse, forklift, or distribution experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Pick products and prepare customer orders.
Load and unload trucks.
Build pallets and stage shipments.
Operate pallet jacks, forklifts, and order pickers; training is provided.
Maintain a safe, organized, and productive warehouse.
Work with the team to keep operations running smoothly.

Benefits

$1,200 sign-on bonus, paid in installments: $300 after 30 days, $400 after 60 days, and $500 upon joining the union.
Performance bonus of up to $1,000 every six months, with an additional $500 bonus for top performers.
Overtime opportunities during peak seasons.
Potential 1.5x payout for unused sick time.
Annual wage increases built into the union contract.
Union pension plan.
Approximately 90% company-paid healthcare.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
401(k) with Fidelity.
Disability, life, and accident insurance.
Wellness programs and gym discounts.
Career advancement opportunities.