Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator

United Pipe & Steel, a member of the Reliance, Inc. family of companies, is the leading master distributor of standard pipe products in the United States, serving wholesale distributors only from our fleet of flatbed trucks. We are looking for a Warehouse Associate, 1st Shift, to join our Easton, PA team!

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 tape 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 screening.

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
• Monday - Friday schedule; Weekends off

Job Type: Full-time

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: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to work in a non-temperature controlled warehouse?
• Are you willing to work overtime at the end of the day?
• What kinds of trucks have you loaded or unloaded?

Experience:

• Forklift: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person