Warehouse Associate

• Safely operate 5,000 lb forklifts with clamp attachments to unload inbound containers.
• Operate 15,500 lb forklifts and overhead cranes to store, move, and load bundles of stone and quartz slabs.
• Use saws, crowbars, and other power tools to remove dunnage, braces, and blocking materials during unloading.
• Secure bundles properly on outbound flatbed trucks according to company safety standards.
• Sort and stage material for customer viewing and outbound loading.
• Conduct all material handling operations with speed and efficiency, but also safely without harm or damage to self, team, or material

• Scan materials using tablets and scanners to ensure ERP accuracy for inbound, outbound, and transfer transactions.
• Inspect slabs for damage, correct labeling, and dimensional accuracy during unloading and staging.
• Assist with periodic cycle counts, audits, and inventory reconciliations.
• Report quality issues, damages, or discrepancies to the Distribution Center Manager immediately.

• Follow all company safety standards and SOPs including PPE usage, forklift protocols, and loading procedures. FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFETY PROTOCOLS WILL NOT BE TOLERATED.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by disposing of dunnage, clearing debris, and organizing equipment.
• Ensure the warehouse environment (100,000 sq. ft.) remains functional, safe, and orderly despite seasonal conditions.

• Communicate effectively with warehouse leads, inventory control staff, and drivers.
• Support new team members with onboarding or safety practices as needed.
• Contribute to a positive, team-based work culture focused on shared accountability and mutual success.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience operating forklifts and/or overhead cranes.
• Ability to safely lift, push, or pull 50+ lbs regularly.
• Strong attention to detail and process accuracy.
• Ability to use tablets, barcode scanners, and basic digital tools.
• Willingness to work in a warehouse environment with seasonal exposure (no A/C or heat).
• Strong teamwork, work ethic, and communication skills.

• 1+ year experience in warehouse or building materials distribution.
• Familiarity with handling natural stone, quartz, or slab materials including loading and unloading trucks and unloading containers.
• Experience operating slab handling equipment
• Knowledge of slab handling safety protocols.
• Experience using Stone Profit Systems (SPS) or similar ERP systems.

• 90% active role; frequent standing, walking, lifting, climbing, and material movement.
• Ability to push/pull/lift to 50+ lbs.
• Must be comfortable working around heavy equipment and in high-noise, high-traffic areas.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, or humid environments throughout all seasons.
• Flexibility to work extended hours or Saturdays as needed.

• Accurate and damage-free unloading, handling, and staging of materials.
• Zero safety violations or incidents.
• Real-time, error-free inventory transaction processing.
• Reliable attendance and contribution to team cohesion and morale.

• 90% active, 60% on your feet.
• High pace environment.
• Ability to push/pull/lift to 50+ lbs.
• Ability to work around equipment that generates noise, vibration, and heat.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions, including seasonally hot or cold and inclement weather.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some Saturdays (dependent on branch hours).

Architectural Surfaces participates in E-Verify and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.