Warehouse Associate (2nd Shift) - M.S. Walker

Join Our Family with a $1200 Sign-On Bonus! *

Working at our distribution warehouse in Norwood, MA, the operations team ensures that all of our product orders are picked, prepared, and loaded onto our trucks efficiently and accurately. As a Warehouse Associate you can expect to be on your feet and busy throughout your shift, but also enjoy fantastic perks like an onsite refrigerator with free Gatorade, $150 boot allowance, a great team culture, career development and growth, and guaranteed annual pay increases.

Shift Available: 2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday, 2:00 pm to 12:00 am

* Bonus: $300 at 30 calendar days, $400 at 60 calendar days, and $500 upon joining the Union (estimated 4 months of work)

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Key Responsibilities:

• Organize stocks and maintain inventory
• Organize warehouse space
• Inspect products for defects and damages
• Receive, unload and place incoming inventory items appropriately
• Take and understand verbal direction from management while performing tasks in a productive manner
• Follow all company safety procedures and never put yourself or fellow workers at risk through unsafe work practices
• To work and communicate with fellow workers and management in an effective, positive manner to assure the completion of assigned tasks.

Requirements

• Minimum of 18 years old with the ability to follow all job requirements and safety guidelines
• Ability to or qualified to drive and operate all warehouse equipment, including: Forklifts, Order Pickers, and Pallet Jacks, in a safe and effective manner
• Ability to recognize and distinguish product, both visually and in writing
• Physical Requirements include but are not limited to: ability to work at heights; long periods of walking, standing, bending and heavy lifting. Heavy lifting is quantified as the ability to lift single cases weighing up to 45lbs. repeatedly and for long durations of time
• Dependable and work in team environment
• Warehouse experience preferred
• Must pass background check and physical exam

Functions necessary to complete the above listed requirements of the job description:

Stand: Continuously

Bend/Squat: Frequently

Twist: Frequently

Climb: Frequently

Computation Skills: Never

Drive: Frequently

Lift/Carry 0-45 lbs: Continuously

Push/Pull: Frequently

Reach overhead: Frequently

Sit: Occasionally

Use of Computer: typing: Never

Verbal Communication: Occasionally

Walk: Frequently

Occasionally = 0-2 Hours Daily

Frequently = 3-5 Hours Daily

Continuously = 6-10 Hours Daily

Benefits

Union Benefits:

• Guaranteed Annual Contractual Raises of $1.00/hr through 2026
• Union Pension Program
• 90% Health Care Coverage
• Opportunity to participate in Annual Bonus Program

M.S. Walker’s Comprehensive Benefits Plan:

• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Vision coverage
• Paid-Time-Off Program
• Fidelity Investments 401k
• Disability, Life, Accident & Illness Insurance Packages
• Discounted Fitness Memberships and other Work/Life Resources
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• On-Demand Professional & Leadership Development Through M.S. Walker University

Who we are:

Founded in Boston in 1933, M.S. Walker is a 5th-generation, family-owned wine and spirits importer and distributor, a spirits bottler, and a national supplier. We serve On-Premise and Off-Premise establishments throughout the Northeast, with direct operations in Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey and Rhode Island and brokerage operations in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. We represent a budding portfolio of wine and spirits nationwide, including our own brands, and we strive to offer the most prestigious portfolio in the industry. M.S. Walker has built our foundation and future on our people – our employees are truly our greatest asset. Our company boasts a diverse pool of exceptionally special team members who each bring their unique skills and experience to the organization.

Mission Statement:

Since 1933, our mission has been firmly rooted in our core values of family, integrity, respect, honesty, and hard work. We are deeply committed to upholding these principles for our team members, customers and suppliers alike. We seek to build and maintain long-lasting relationships based on trust and reliability. By honoring our heritage and embracing innovation, we aim to continuously improve and adapt to meet the evolving needs of our industry, while responsibly contributing to the communities we serve. Together, we strive to elevate the spirit of hospitality and foster a vibrant and respectful culture in all facets of the organization and beyond.