Warehouse Associate

Wilson Company • Austin, TX

13d • $15 - $17

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate receives, stores, and distributes materials, tools, equipment, and products within the warehouse, and assists with assembling fittings, tubing, hoses, and other products. The role supports warehouse shipping and receiving activities, order fulfillment, inventory, and product preparation. It also includes maintaining an orderly and safe work area, operating and caring for equipment, and completing production and quality documentation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
• Vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record required.
• Must successfully complete a background check and drug screening and have an acceptable motor vehicle record and valid driver’s license before the start date.
• May need to stand for long periods and perform repetitive motions.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds.
• May need to bend, stoop, squat, push, and pull parts and part containers frequently.
• Must be able to work in varying weather and temperature conditions, including extreme heat, humidity, and cold.

Nice To Haves

• Experience and ability using computer programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with shipping and receiving, loading and unloading trucks, and scheduling freight carriers.
• Check in merchandise by matching purchase orders to part numbers and descriptions, and process customer returns and non-inventoried items.
• Read customer orders, work orders, shipping orders, and requisitions to identify items to move, gather, distribute, or ship.
• Move materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping or other designated locations.
• Sort and place items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined criteria.
• Fill sales orders, work orders, and requests for materials, tools, or stock items, and distribute them to shipping or assembly areas.
• Keep the warehouse accessible and safe for associates and customer traffic.
• Assemble customer orders from stock, place orders on pallets or shelves, and relocate them to holding or shipping areas.
• Mark materials with identifying information using appropriate methods.
• Open bales, crates, and other containers.
• Record materials received or distributed using the appropriate computer program.
• Assist with physical inventory counts.
• Weigh and count items for distribution to ensure they meet company standards.
• Perform facilities maintenance duties as needed.
• Complete requisition forms to order supplies from other departments.
• Prepare parcels for shipment.
• Keep the warehouse and work area orderly and clean.
• Assemble fittings, tubing, hoses, and other products according to drawings and instructions.
• Review assembly instructions, drawings, and parts lists to prepare work.
• Inspect, adjust, repair, and test products as necessary to meet customer requirements.
• Gather and position parts and subassemblies using templates or measurements.
• Measure completed components to verify specifications.
• Resolve assembly problems by altering dimensions to meet specifications or notifying the Branch Manager to obtain resources.
• Maintain equipment by performing preventive maintenance, following manufacturer instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, and requesting repairs when needed.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Use equipment and supplies appropriately to conserve resources.
• Complete production and quality forms to document work.
• Contribute to team efforts and perform related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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