Warehouse Associate

Warehouse Associate/Yard Associate
Newington, CT
Schedule : Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
26-05689
Job Summary

The Warehouse Associate / Yard Associate is responsible for supporting daily warehouse and yard operations through material handling, inventory management, shipping and receiving, order fulfillment, and customer service activities. This role requires a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment both indoors and outdoors. The ideal candidate has warehouse experience, forklift operating experience, and a commitment to maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials, products, and deliveries safely and efficiently.
• Pull, verify, and prepare customer orders from pick lists for shipment or pickup.
• Stage, wrap, and prepare pallets and materials for outbound shipments.
• Receive, inspect, verify, and accurately put away incoming inventory.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through proper stock placement and inventory control procedures.
• Stock shelves and organize materials to support efficient warehouse operations.
• Assist customers with order pickups, material retrieval, and loading activities.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service during all customer interactions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse and yard environment.
• Perform general facility upkeep, including indoor and outdoor housekeeping activities.
• Support shipping and receiving functions as needed.
• Operate sit-down forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Follow all warehouse procedures, safety standards, and company policies.
• Assist with inventory counts, cycle counts, and material audits as required.
• Perform additional warehouse and yard duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of recent warehouse experience required.
• Minimum of 2 years of sit-down forklift experience required.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, and lift throughout an 8-hour shift.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic required.
• Stable work history with no more than 3-month gaps in employment.

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of recent warehouse experience required.
• Minimum of 2 years of sit-down forklift operating experience required.
• Experience with shipping and receiving processes preferred.
• Experience with inventory control and cycle counting preferred.
• Experience with order picking, staging, and material handling preferred.
• Experience using warehouse inventory systems or computer-based inventory tools preferred.
• Experience working in warehouse, distribution, yard, or industrial environments preferred.

About Equiliem

Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.

Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.

For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Discounts & Rewards
• Payroll Payment Options

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