Warehouse Associate I

About the Role

The role supports warehouse operations through a range of activities such as loading, unloading, order picking, shipping, and material handling. You will ensure products are accurately prepared for pickup or delivery, secured for transport, and handled safely and efficiently. Work follows clearly prescribed rules and past practices, with supervisors consulted for non‑routine issues. Under close supervision you will exercise limited independent judgment, and output is typically reviewed by senior coworkers or supervisors. • Loads, unloads, sorts, picks, stocks, stages, and transports materials throughout the warehouse and yard. • Prepares items for shipment or customer pickup by securely packaging materials using shrink wrap, strapping, or other protective methods. • Verifies product accuracy and condition before staging or shipping. • Installs protective devices such as bracing or padding to prevent damage during transport. • Operates forklifts or other material handling equipment to move goods safely and efficiently. • Maintains a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures. • Assists customers, installers, or subcontractors by fulfilling orders or locating materials. • May drive company vehicles to pick up or deliver materials as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸material handling
• ▸order picking
• ▸packaging
• ▸forklift operation
• ▸load/unload
• ▸customer support

What You Bring

The position is based in a comfortable environment but involves regular exposure to temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes. It requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive movements such as bending or squatting. Occasional overnight travel of less than 10 % may be required. A high school diploma or GED is strongly preferred, and candidates should have 0–2 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate can operate forklifts safely, understands basic shipping and receiving procedures, pays close attention to detail, and is physically able to handle heavy materials in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented setting. • 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.

Requirements

• ▸forklift
• ▸shipping
• ▸detail
• ▸heavy lifting
• ▸teamwork
• ▸high school

Benefits

A position at White Cap isn’t your ordinary job. You’ll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is committed to building trust on every job by being knowledgeable, capable, and dependable, and associates drive that commitment. For California applicants, the hourly pay range is $18.90–$24.60, as required by state law. Base pay is determined by experience, skills, internal equity, and other factors. Additional benefits are described in the full job posting.

Work Environment

Onsite