Warehouse Associate

About the Opportunity

Rise Direct is opening a new distribution facility in Palmetto, GA and hiring approximately 30 team members across warehouse and administrative roles. Every one of these positions is a founding hire — you’ll help set up the building, learn the processes from day one, and grow with the operation.

Facility hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM. No weekends.
Shifts:

• Receiving: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (unpaid lunch)
• Shipping: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (unpaid lunch)

Open Positions

Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate — starting at $20.00/hour (approximately 18 openings)

Responsibilities

• Safely operate sit-down, stand-up, reach, and/or pallet jack equipment
• Unload inbound trailers, verify counts against paperwork, and put stock away
• Pick, stage, wrap, and load outbound orders accurately and on time
• Scan and record transactions correctly in the inventory system
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any issues immediately
• Participate in cycle counts and keep your work area clean and safe

Requirements

• Prior forklift experience preferred; we will train and certify the right candidate
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stay on your feet for a full shift
• Attention to detail with counts, labels, and paperwork
• Reliable attendance
• High school diploma or GED preferred

Administrative Support — starting at $19.00/hour (approximately 10 openings)

Office roles supporting the warehouse floor. Openings include:

• Shipping/Receiving Clerk — process inbound and outbound paperwork, BOLs, and carrier documentation
• Inventory Control Clerk — cycle counts, adjustments, and reconciling system-to-floor discrepancies
• Customer Service / Order Support — order entry, status updates, and issue resolution
• Office Administrator — scheduling, timekeeping support, supplies, and general office coordination

Requirements

• 1+ year in an administrative, clerical, customer service, or logistics support role
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook
• Accurate data entry and strong follow-through
• Comfortable working closely with a warehouse floor team
• Experience with a WMS, ERP, or order management system is a plus

What We Offer — All Positions

• Monday–Friday schedule, no weekends
• Medical, dental, and vision — employer contributes $500/month toward your premium
• 7 paid holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day
• Paid time off: 5 vacation days and 3 sick days earned after 90 days of employment (no rollover, no payout)
• Monthly incentive program with performance-based payouts
• Paid forklift and on-the-job training
• Ground-floor opportunity at a brand-new facility

Rise Direct is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person