Warehouse Associate (Easton, PA)
United Pipe & Steel is part of the Reliance, Inc. family of companies. Our mission is to be a best-in-class distributor, delivering a competitively priced and diverse mix of high-quality pipe and tube products on our own fleet with the shortest lead times to wholesale distributors.
We seek a Warehouse Associate / Forklift Operator committed to safety, attendance excellence, and forklift operations to join our Easton, PA team!
Responsibilities:
- Loading & unloading pipe from flatbed trucks.
- Operates forklift to pick up 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 clean and 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 tape product as needed.
- Maintains condition of the warehouse work area, i.e., free of trash, products 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 distribution warehouse environment.
- This position requires considerable physical activity, including standing for prolonged periods, reaching, bending repeatedly, lifting, pushing, and pulling safely up to 50 pounds.
- Be willing to work in all weather conditions.
- Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which is required in designated areas.
- Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.
Benefits:
- Affordable and comprehensive medical insurance
- Vision, Dental, Short-term Disability & Life insurance included.
- 401K plan with employer matching contribution
- Paid vacation, sick, and holiday time
- Employee Assistance Program
Job Type: Full-time
- Monday – Friday
- 7 AM – 3:30 PM + Overtime
United Pipe & Steel is an equal-opportunity employer.