Warehouse Associate

Merit Logistics is looking to hire experienced warehouse workers to join our team in Lockhart , TX.

You will be unloading and doing putaway and will be doing some selection. Reach truck and EPJ experience is preferred.

Dress warm, as the position is in a 35-degree room.

1st shift ( 3 needed ) Sunday-Friday 7:00 am until finished ( around 5:30 pm )

3rd shift ( 7 needed ) Sunday-Thursday 10 pm - 6:30 am

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Qualifications:
Warehouse experience a big plus but not required.

• Ability to move and lift continuously
• The ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• The ability to work in a physically demanding warehouse environment – continuously lifting and moving up to 75lbs
• The ability to meet fast-paced productivity goals and standards
• Must be able to work in cold areas (35 degrees)
• The ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, sometimes with little notice to no notice
• The ability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays, without advanced notice
• Reliable transportation to and from work is a MUST

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED

Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.

Communication - Ability to read, write and understand English.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work.

Willingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructions.

Prior experience operating a forklift and pallet jack preferred. Will train and certify associates holding positions requiring the use of such equipment.

For More about Meritlogistics and other career opportunities, please visit our website https://www.meritlogistics.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Warehouse: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Forklift Certification (Required)
• Electric Pallet Jack Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Lockhart, TX 78644 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $18