Warehouse Associate - Hazleton, PA

POSITION SUMMARY

Come join WEL Companies’ reliable warehouse team! WEL Companies is looking to add dependable, hardworking, and self-motivated individuals to the already ‘cool’ warehouse team. If you are a dedicated worker looking for a fast paced, detail orientated position that will challenge and encourage growth - this is for YOU! This position is responsible for all in and outbound loads at our refrigerated warehouses by verifying, staging, preparing, and keeping record of all loads.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Complete customer orders and prepare for trailers, ensuring accuracy each time.
• Load and unload trailers in a timely manner in accordance with the Labor Management System.
• Verify all in and outbound loads are the correct size/quantity/product are received and shipped according to bill of lading.
• Follow structured shipping and receiving process.
• Load orders according with delivery documents.
• Receive and put away products in an accurate and efficient manner while staying within compliance of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Dispose of waste materials and by-products.
• Communicate potential problems or issues with leads and/or supervisors.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Consistently at work and on time.
• Maintains clean, organized warehouse and work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; required

Experience:

• Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• 1-year forklift experience; a plus, not required

Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance & Vision Insurance after 60 days
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Accident & Critical Illness options
• 401(k) & Roth IRA
• Immediate Accrued Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Holiday Pay
• Sick Pay
• Onsite WELcare Clinic
• Onsite Chiropractic Clinic
• Onsite Fitness Center and WELness Coach

The family feel is real!

We’ve built an entire trucking family based on our core values – put people first, explore possibilities, lead the way, and in it together. It’s a culture that starts with family ownership and reaches across WEL Companies, from new truck drivers to warehouse workers to shop tractor and trailer technicians to office staff. We then elevate that positive base that enhance lifestyles and drive loyalty from top to bottom.

Culture – YOU belong here

Communication. Relationships. Accessibility. When your part of the WEL Companies team, you’re treated like family. Many trucking companies do a decent job with logistics, technology, and compensation. We can do all that, and more … because the value of a positive, supportive open-door culture is priceless.

About WEL Companies, Inc.

In 1975 Wally Tielens and his son, Bruce had a simple vision for a family business that quickly grew into an industry leading refrigerated trucking business. What began as a two-truck business soon blossomed into more than 400 trucks and 700 trailers that provide award winning nationwide service to some of the largest companies in the food, beverage, and dairy industries.

• Certified for ELDT training with the FMCSA in Wisconsin and Florida
• SmartWay Transport Partner & Recognized by The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
• Ranked in the top 15 of Fueloyal.com Top 25 Refrigerated Companies
• Home to 62 members of the Wisconsin Motor Carriers Presidents Safe Drivers Club
• Top 250 Fleets in America – Commercial Carrier Journal
• 2022 Premier Carrier – FourKites
• Tyson Foods 2022 Premier Carrier of the Year

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.