What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Associate position at Watkins Distributing?
Who We Are:
Watkins Distributing is a family-owned and operated beverage distribution company that has proudly served Idaho and Montana for four generations.
Job Summary:
The Warehouse Associate is a member of the warehouse picking and loading team, responsible for stocking pallets and preparing beverage orders for distribution.
Key Responsibilities:
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Watkins Distributing is a family-owned and operated beverage distribution company that has proudly served Idaho and Montana for four generations.
Job Summary:
The Warehouse Associate is a member of the warehouse picking and loading team, responsible for stocking pallets and preparing beverage orders for distribution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely and accurately select customer orders using scanners, voice-directed systems, or other warehouse technology
- Verify product type, package size, quantities, and order accuracy using handheld devices and company systems
- Build and stock pallets with beverage products according to assigned order tickets and loading requirements
- Operate forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment to transport inventory and completed orders
- Properly shrink-wrap, label, and prepare products for shipment
- Load delivery vehicles with outbound orders and unload incoming trucks, empty pallets, and keg returns
- Maintain warehouse cleanliness and organization, including aisles, storage locations, pallets, and work areas
- Follow all warehouse safety procedures and support facility security standards
- Assist with general warehouse duties as needed
- Perform other related duties as assigned
- Previous experience operating forklifts and electric pallet jacks is preferred
- Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately follow order selection instructions
- Ability to work safely, efficiently, and consistently in a warehouse environment
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced setting while maintaining productivity and accuracy
- Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team
- Must be able to regularly lift and move beverage cases weighing 20–45 lbs. Duties require frequent bending, squatting, reaching, lifting, and standing for extended periods
- Work may be performed in multiple warehouse temperature environments, including dry, cool, and refrigerated areas
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) matching up to 7%
- Health insurance after 60 days
- Discounted beverage products
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