Warehouse Operator
zekelman · Richmond, KY ·
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- Logistics
You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.
Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.
We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.
Come build a career you believe in.
Maverick Pipe, a division of Zekelman Industries, is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support operations at our Richmond, KY facility. Under direct supervision, this role is responsible for picking, packing, and loading steel tube and pipe while adhering to established procedures and quality standards. The position operates standard warehouse equipment to ensure efficient and accurate material handling.
Duties and Responsibilities
Champion and enforce safe work practices in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Prepare materials, products, and equipment for distribution and shipment.
Process and fulfill orders from customers and internal teams.
Pick, pack, and stage orders while verifying accuracy using scanning tools.
Load shipments onto flatbed trucks or LTL carriers.
Receive, inspect, and process incoming materials; report damages or discrepancies.
Replenish warehouse stock and rotate inventory using a reach truck or forklift.
Operate forklifts, order pickers, reach trucks, and walkie rider pallet jacks to move materials efficiently.
Standardize and optimize shipping and receiving procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Maintain regular, full-time onsite attendance.
Education / Experience
High school diploma or equivalent (preferred); technical training preferred.
Minimum of 2 years of warehouse experience, preferably in steel or tubing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge / Skills / Competencies
Basic math skills to support accurate order processing.
Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Problem-solving ability to address day-to-day warehouse challenges.
High attention to detail to ensure order accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.
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We are Zekelman Industries.
We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.
We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.