Warehouse Associate- Charlotte, NC

MEI Rigging & Crating•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate prepares orders for warehouse storage and organizes the warehouse according to company or customer specifications. The role involves moving, stocking, scanning, securing, and recording inventory, as well as using hand and power tools and powered equipment to store or move items. Depending on the location, the position may also include custodial and vehicle-detailing duties. The work is physical and hands-on, requiring considerable use of the arms and legs and whole-body movement, including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling or moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds. The associate must be able to work off the ground at varying heights and around moving machinery or parts. Work may take place indoors in climate-controlled or typical warehouse conditions, in non-temperature-controlled areas, or outdoors in varied weather and on uneven terrain. The associate is expected to prioritize safety, work effectively as part of a team, demonstrate honesty and professionalism, communicate openly, and provide the quality of service MEI customers expect. The job description is a summary rather than an exhaustive list, and MEI may change the duties as necessary.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Ability to communicate in English and maintain legible records and logs in English.
Basic reading and mathematical skills, including multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals.
Ability to safely use hand, power, and pneumatic tools and read a tape measure.
Ability to problem-solve, work independently, and stay self-motivated.
Knowledge of equipment operation, including manual transmissions and pneumatic or hydraulic tools and equipment.
Pleasant, customer-oriented demeanor and ability to build positive work relationships.
Ability to perform physical work, including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling or moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work at varying heights, around moving machinery or parts, and on uneven ground or terrain.
Ability to work in a high-functioning team environment and maintain a strong focus on safety, honesty, integrity, professionalism, and quality service.

Nice To Haves

CDL is helpful but not required.
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Fuel diesel trucks arriving at the warehouse and maintain appropriate fuel-dispensing logs.
Move or reposition trucks as needed when they return to the warehouse.
Wash, clean, shine, or detail tractors, trailers, forklifts, and company vehicles.
Secure the facility and log incoming and outgoing personnel movement.
Assist with constructing and assembling crates and custom storage containers using pneumatic hand tools.
Follow safety practices for personal and coworker safety.
Perform warehouse housekeeping and custodial tasks, including sweeping, emptying garbage cans, and cleaning bathrooms and break rooms.
Move machinery and equipment with forklifts, pallet jacks, or other powered equipment to support safe and organized storage.
Verify incoming equipment and items for storage; offload them, inspect for damage, and complete related paperwork or logs.
Retrieve stored machinery and equipment for loading onto contract trailers or company vehicles.
Tie down, strap, and secure loads on company trailers.
Perform inventory and inventory-control functions.
Maintain equipment and tool inventory in designated areas.
Assist riggers and field personnel with equipment, tools, and other needs.
Complete other duties as assigned or requested.