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Warehouse Associate –Order Selector

Location: Ashland, VA
Pay Rate: $16.00–$18.00 per hour, depending on experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM

Position Summary

We are currently seeking a reliable and hardworking Warehouse Associate to join our team. The Warehouse Associate will support daily warehouse operations, including receiving, order fulfillment, picking, packing, shipping, inventory organization, loading and unloading, and general warehouse duties.

This is a hands-on warehouse associate position for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment. The ideal candidate will be able to follow directions, work independently and with a team, and maintain accuracy while completing daily warehouse assignments.

Warehouse Associate Responsibilities

• Process incoming stock, materials, and products as part of daily warehouse receiving operations.
• Pick products and fulfill customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Pack orders and prepare products for shipment according to customer and delivery requirements.
• Organize, store, and retrieve inventory throughout the warehouse.
• Load and unload packages, products, carts, pallets, and materials using proper safety procedures.
• Assist the receiving and order fulfillment teams with inbound and outbound warehouse activities.
• Verify product labels, shipping documents, manifests, and delivery information to maintain order accuracy.
• Inspect inventory and stock items for damage, wear, or defects before releasing products for distribution.
• Sort and stage outbound merchandise according to designated delivery routes.
• Assist the delivery team with loading merchandise into company vehicles when needed.
• Assist service teams with assembling furniture, preparing equipment, and moving materials throughout the facility.
• Assist customers, vendors, delivery personnel, and coworkers with moving, loading, and unloading merchandise as directed.
• Operate warehouse tools and material handling equipment safely and according to company procedures.
• Maintain an organized warehouse by properly storing inventory and keeping work areas clean.
• Assist with general facility upkeep, including removing trash and compacting recyclable materials.
• Follow all warehouse safety policies, procedures, and established safety guidelines.
• Maintain accurate work while meeting daily warehouse productivity and fulfillment expectations.
• Perform other warehouse duties and assignments as directed by management.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience is preferred but not required.
• At least 1 year of previous warehouse experience is preferred.
• Previous forklift experience is preferred but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to read labels, shipping documents, manifests, and work instructions.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal directions.
• Ability to safely operate basic warehouse tools and equipment.
• Ability to prioritize multiple warehouse tasks and meet daily deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to order accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a warehouse team.
• Reliable, dependable, and responsive with strong attendance and punctuality.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new warehouse processes and equipment.
• Professional communication skills when working with customers, vendors, and coworkers.
• Ability to problem-solve and adjust to changing warehouse priorities.

Forklift & Material Handling

Previous forklift experience is a plus. The Warehouse Associate may operate standard warehouse material handling equipment to move, stage, load, unload, and organize products and materials.

Candidates must be willing and able to follow all safety procedures when operating forklifts, warehouse equipment, power tools, and other material handling equipment.

Physical Requirements

The Warehouse Associate must be comfortable performing physical warehouse work throughout the scheduled shift.

• Lift up to 100 pounds unassisted.
• Repeatedly lift and handle items weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Move or adjust objects weighing up to 2,000 pounds using appropriate equipment and proper lifting techniques.
• Frequently stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, squat, push, pull, reach, and climb stairs or ladders.
• Work in tight or confined warehouse spaces when necessary.
• Remain on your feet or in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Repeatedly use hands, wrists, and fingers while handling products and operating equipment.
• Safely operate warehouse machinery, power tools, and material handling equipment.
• Move throughout the warehouse to complete assigned tasks and support receiving, shipping, and order fulfillment operations.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a Warehouse Associate who takes pride in doing quality work, arrives on time, follows safety procedures, and can be counted on to get the job done.

The right Warehouse Associate will be comfortable with physical work, picking and packing, receiving, shipping, inventory organization, loading and unloading, and working as part of a team. Warehouse experience and forklift experience are preferred, but candidates who demonstrate a strong work ethic and willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.

If you're dependable, safety-minded, and ready to contribute to a busy warehouse team, we encourage you to apply for this Warehouse Associate opportunity in Ashland, VA.

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