Warehouse Associate

Warehouse Associate

Department: Operations / Warehouse

Reports To: Warehouse Supervisor

Position Summary

OVE is seeking a motivated and dependable Warehouse Associate to join our Operations team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to build a long-term career within a growing organization. The successful candidate will play a key role in receiving, shipping, inventory management, and warehouse operations, while demonstrating the leadership potential to grow into a supervisory role and become a key member of the warehouse leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely unload containers and receive inbound shipments.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform shipping, receiving, picking, packing, and replenishment activities.
• Utilize the Warehouse Management System (WMS) and handheld RF scanners to accurately process inventory transactions.
• Verify incoming shipments for accuracy and report discrepancies.
• Organize and maintain inventory locations while ensuring warehouse cleanliness and safety.
• Prepare customer orders and outbound shipments according to company standards.
• Assist with inventory counts and cycle counts.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure daily operational objectives are achieved.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase warehouse efficiency and accuracy.
• Demonstrate initiative, accountability, and leadership qualities with the objective of progressing into a future supervisory position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of warehouse experience.
• Valid forklift operator certification (required).
• Experience unloading ocean containers.
• Experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Proficiency with handheld RF scanners.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding work.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Leadership potential with a desire to grow into a supervisory role.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment.
• Inventory control and cycle count experience.
• Salary: Starting at $25.00 per hour

Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Supplementary Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Contribution equal to the Pension Plan
• Company Events
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan
• On-site Parking
• Location: On-site