What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Associate position at Valley Forge Manufacturing Labs?
Overview
We're looking for a dependable, motivated, and detail-oriented Warehouse Associate to join our growing team. As an early member of our warehouse operations, you'll play a critical role in ensuring products move efficiently from receiving to shipping while helping us build scalable processes for the future.
In a startup environment, no two days are exactly the same. You'll have the opportunity to contribute beyond traditional warehouse responsibilities, working closely with operations, production, and logistics teams to keep our business running smoothly. If you enjoy staying active, solving problems, and being part of a collaborative team where your work has a direct impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Position Details
- Schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM or 10:00 AM- 6:00PM
- Starting Pay: $19.00 per hour
Responsibilities
- Perform quality checks on incoming materials and outgoing shipments to ensure products meet company standards.
- Label, package, and stage orders for shipment while maintaining shipping accuracy and efficiency.
- Safely operate warehouse equipment, including manual and electric pallet jacks.
- Maintain organized inventory locations and assist with cycle counts, physical inventory, and stock replenishment.
- Help identify inventory discrepancies and communicate issues to the operations team.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment that supports efficient daily operations.
- Assist with shipping and receiving activities, including coordinating deliveries and organizing freight.
- Support production and fulfillment teams by ensuring materials and finished goods are available when needed.
- Help improve warehouse organization and workflows by identifying opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
- Pitch in wherever needed—whether that's reorganizing inventory, preparing for large shipments, or supporting new operational initiatives as the company grows.
Skills
- Previous warehouse, fulfillment, shipping/receiving, retail stockroom, or logistics experience is preferred but not required.
- Strong knowledge of shipping & receiving procedures, order fulfillment processes, and logistics operations
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities may shift throughout the day.
- Basic math skills for counting inventory, measuring packages, and verifying quantities accurately
- Excellent data entry skills with attention to detail for maintaining precise records in warehouse databases
- Comfortable using technology, including inventory management systems, barcode scanners, or warehouse software (or willingness to learn).
- Familiarity with e-commerce order processing, packaging standards, trade compliance regulations, and international trade requirements
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
- Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to bend, squat, reach, and perform repetitive movements.
- Safely operate pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment.
- Work efficiently in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures and activity levels.
Embark on a rewarding career path where your energy fuels our success! We’re dedicated to fostering a collaborative environment that values safety, efficiency, and continuous growth. Join us today to be part of a thriving team committed to excellence in warehouse operations!
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What hourly rate are you looking for?
Experience:
- Warehouse: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Norristown, PA 19403 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $21