Warehouse Associate

About This Role

Supporting warehouse operations by performing a variety of tasks, including loading, unloading, order picking, shipping, and material handling, is the core of this role. The associate ensures products are accurately prepared for pickup or delivery, secured for transport, and handled in a safe, efficient, and dependable manner.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, sort, pick, stock, stage, and transport materials throughout the warehouse and yard
• Prepare items for shipment or customer pickup by securely packaging materials using shrink wrap, strapping, or other protective methods
• Verify product accuracy and condition before staging or shipping
• Install protective devices such as bracing or padding to prevent damage during transport
• Operate forklifts or other material handling equipment to move goods safely and efficiently
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures
• Assist customers, installers, or subcontractors by fulfilling orders or locating materials
• May drive company vehicles to pick up or deliver materials as needed

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED strongly preferred
• 0-2 years of experience in area of responsibility
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds in a physical environment
• Ability to stand for periods of time up to and exceeding 60 minutes
• Ability to make repetitive movements, such as using a 10-key or calculator, bending, or squatting
• Overnight travel less than 10% of the time

Nice to have:

• Ability to operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely
• Basic understanding of shipping, receiving, and material handling procedures
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy materials
• Willingness to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment

Important Details

• Schedule: Selects correct processes from clearly prescribed rules, past practices, or instruction; seeks advice and guidance on non-routine or problem areas from supervisor; deviations from the norm are cleared by the supervisor
• Team: Under close supervision, exercises limited latitude/independent judgment; work typically involves detailed checks or close review of output by a senior coworker and/or supervisor

About the Company

White Cap is committed to Building Trust on Every Job by being deeply knowledgeable, fully capable, and always dependable, with associates as the driving force behind this commitment. They offer an exciting and diverse environment with a variety of career opportunities.