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Warehouse Assistant (Full-Time, Hourly)
Location: Stratford, CT (On-site)
Job Type: Full-time, Hourly
Reports To: Warehouse Manager / Operations
About Hi-Tech PackagingHi-Tech Packaging is a protective packaging manufacturer and distributor serving customers across a wide range of industries. We pride ourselves on accuracy, responsiveness, and doing things the right way—especially in the warehouse where every shipment matters.
Position SummaryThe Warehouse Assistant supports day-to-day warehouse operations to ensure accurate receiving, organized inventory, and on-time outbound shipments. This hands-on role includes pulling and staging orders, receiving inbound product, preparing LTL shipments, and completing light assembly/kitting work.
Key Responsibilities- Pull, pick, and stage outbound material for shipments and local deliveries
- Wrap and prepare orders for LTL freight shipments (shrink wrap, labeling, palletizing)
- Unload and receive inbound material; verify counts and condition
- Tag and label received product and assist with put-away to proper locations
- Maintain a clean, organized warehouse (racking, staging lanes, aisles, work areas)
- Perform cycle counts and assist with inventory accuracy initiatives
- Complete small warehouse production tasks such as stapling trays and light kitting/assembly
- Follow all safety procedures and help maintain a safe work environment
- Assist with other warehouse tasks as needed to support daily operations
- Prior warehouse experience preferred (but willing to train the right candidate)
- Ability to lift and move packages/materials (commonly up to 50 lbs)
- Comfortable standing/walking for extended periods and working in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
- Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented attitude
- Basic math and counting skills for receiving/cycle counts
- Forklift experience a plus (or willingness to get certified)
- Orders are picked/staged accurately and ready on time
- Inbound product is received, tagged, and put away correctly
- LTL pallets are wrapped and prepared to ship with minimal damage/claims
- Warehouse remains organized, safe, and easy to navigate
- Inventory counts stay accurate and discrepancies are flagged quickly