What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Associate position at Northern Sales Company?
Northern Sales Company, a trusted name in distribution for over 60 years, is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Associate to join our team in Lakewood, WA. As a Warehouse Associate, you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient flow of goods through our warehouse, supporting multiple divisions, and maintaining high standards of safety and accuracy. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable company that values continual growth, employee development, and a supportive work environment.
Responsibilities- Operate a forklift to safely load and unload trailer vans in a dry warehouse environment
- Assist with replenishing warehouse stock and maintaining inventory accuracy
- Pull and prepare orders for various company divisions
- Communicate any discrepancies or damaged merchandise to the Warehouse Operations Manager
- Prioritize and perform multiple tasks to meet daily deadlines
- Adapt to changing priorities as needed to support warehouse operations
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 1 year of experience operating forklifts and working in warehouse distribution, or a willingness to learn
- Familiarity with forklift safety rules and guidelines, or willingness to learn
- Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks efficiently
- Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and consistent performance
- 1–2 years of distribution/warehouse flow experience preferred
- Reliable transportation to and from work
$19.00 to $22.00 per hour
Benefits- Stability: Join a company with over 60 years of success in the industry
- Growth Opportunities: Support for employee development and process improvement
- Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage available starting the first of the month after 60 days of employment
- Retirement: 401(k) plan with generous company matching after 180 days of employment
- Paid Time Off: PTO accrual begins at 7 days per year and is available to use as soon as you earn PTO
- Holiday Pay: Six paid holidays after 180 days of full-time employment
Northern Sales Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
Salary : $19 - $22