What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator position at United Pipe & Steel?
Join our Seymour, IN team at United Pipe & Steel, a leading master distributor of standard pipe products in the U.S. We are seeking a Warehouse Associate / Forklift Operator committed to safety, attendance excellence, and forklift operations.
Warehouse Associate
Responsibilities:
- Loading & unloading pipe from flatbed trucks.
- Operates forklift to pick and transport heavy inventory around the warehouse.
- Maintains forklift by completing preventive maintenance. Report any malfunctions, insufficiencies, or necessary repairs through the relevant channels.
- Maintains quality service by following organization standards.
- Ensure the warehouse area is cleaned, organized, and that all safety procedures are being followed at all times.
- Inspects all shipped and received products, reporting defective or damaged items.
- Band, wrap, and tarp product as needed.
- Maintains condition of the warehouse work area, i.e., free of trash, product in the correct location, and organized, swept floors.
- Work cooperatively and productively with Supervisors and other employees to complete the required workload.
- Assist with inventory variances, order accuracy, and track and trace issues.
- Follow United Pipe & Steel safety policies and procedures which include performing daily forklift safety checklists /inspections
- Other duties as assigned by supervisors
Requirements and qualifications:
- Sit-down Forklift Experience preferred.
- Previous experience working in a warehouse environment.
- This is a physical position, involving heavy lifting.
- Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
Benefits
- Affordable and comprehensive medical insurance
- Vision, Dental, Short-term Disability & Life insurance included
- 401K plan with employer matching contributions.
- Paid vacation, sick, and holiday time
- Employee Assistance program
Job Type:
Full-time; 40 hours a week
Monday - Friday schedule; Weekends off
Non-temperature-controlled Warehouse
Must be able to work indoors and outdoors.
United Pipe & Steel is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $19.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 46 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to work in a non-temperature controlled environment?
- What types of trucks have you unloaded or loaded?
- What kinds of forklifts are you familiar with?
Experience:
- Forklift: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20