Warehouse Associate
Location: Palmetto, FL 34221
Employment Type: Full-Time | Temporary to Permanent
Pay:
$17.00/hour
Pay increase upon permanent hire: $18.00–$19.00/hour
Clean background (background check conducted in person)
Non-smoker (smoking not permitted on site)
Monday – Friday
Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (most needed)
Overtime as needed
Occasional weekend work may be required
We are hiring Warehouse Associates for a busy distribution center that supports construction jobsites nationwide. This role is responsible for receiving, organizing, packing, and shipping building materials accurately and efficiently. This position is essential to keeping projects on schedule and ensuring materials arrive safely and on time.
Receive inbound materials by unloading trucks and inspecting shipments
Verify materials against purchase orders and resolve discrepancies
Label boxes, organize pallets, and store materials in designated locations
Move materials to and from production lines and staging areas
Pick, kit, and stage materials by project for outbound shipments
Inspect, wrap, weigh, and load pallets for shipment
Assist with inventory control, including cycle counts and material transfers
Safely operate warehouse equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, order pickers, stackers, scissor lifts)
Training and certification provided
Use handheld scanners and tablets to process tasks and document materials
Follow on-screen instructions and troubleshoot basic issues
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment
Ability to lift up to 49 pounds
Ability to push carts weighing up to 60 pounds
Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, push, and pull throughout the shift
Ability to use carts, dollies, and hand trucks
Ability to climb stairs where applicable
Ability to work at heights up to 40 feet or on a mezzanine (where applicable)
Ability to work in a physically active environment
Must be at least 18 years of age
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required
Prior warehouse experience and forklift certification preferred but not required
Basic computer skills (email and warehouse systems)
Ability to read and interpret part numbers
Strong basic math skills (counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication)
Reliable transportation and dependable attendance
Ability to follow safety, quality, and productivity standards
Strong work ethic and attention to detail
Long pants (jeans or khakis; clothing may get dirty)
T-shirts or polos permitted (no offensive messages)
Closed-toe shoes required
Safety vest provided
Temp-to-perm opportunity with pay increase
Clean, climate-controlled facility
Ongoing work with fluctuating weekly needs
Top-performing associates may be offered permanent employment with pay up to $18.00–$20.00/hour and access to a competitive benefits package, which may include:
Core Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability plans
401(k) with company matching
Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Additional Perks
Free Care.com membership
Mental health coverage (100% in-network coverage)
Hybrid or flexible work options for select roles
National discount programs
Strong focus on training, development, and career growth
Innovative campus environment supporting work-life balance