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Warehouse Associate
American Freight
Location : Fort Branch, IN, 47648
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Warehouse Associate
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The Warehouse Associate position exists to ensure effective movement and management of inventory between the dock, sales floor, product repair, customer pickup and delivery. This role ensures the proper evaluation and shipping of merchandise and managing inventory flow. The Warehouse Associate is also responsible to unload trailers (Receiving). Individual contributor within a designated unit.
Job Duties:
- Fills order requests, stage merchandise and load for timely shipments (Shipping).
- Evaluates products and moves to designated zones for processing (Receiving)
- Moves merchandise between dock, stockroom staging area, sales floor, customer pick-up or delivery, and removal of 'sold' merchandise from sales floor
- Audits and maintains accuracy of HFM (Hold for Merchandise) staging area
- Responsible for the assembly merchandise
- Assembles and disassembles fixtures for seasonal flexes or floor plan changes
- Processes receipts and ensures inventories are controlled, monitored, and logged
- Creates required documentation to log all shipments and deliveries to customers
- Ensures customer service through timely, attentive and friendly service during all customer pick-ups and inquiries
- Reports and responds to Store Management about unsafe and/or unethical conditions
- Develops "team" environment with the sales floor, providing timely movement of merchandise setting floor to presentation standards
- Protects Company assets by following company policies and direction for customer pick-up procedures
- Performs daily housekeeping, including cleaning and straightening, etc.
- Miscellaneous duties as required, including as extra sales help as needed once cross trained
- Moves merchandise between dock, sales floor, customer pick-up or delivery and removal of 'sold' merchandise from sales floor in a timely manner
- Maintains safe/clean receiving area
- Assists customers by delivering items to their car, assisting them in loading and securing of merchandise
Requirements:
Must be able to lift and move at least fifty (50) pounds in weight to maintain flow and replenishment of merchandise.American Freight is an equal opportunity employer. We respect diversity and accordingly are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, separation, recruitment, pay and other forms of compensation, access to facilities and programs, training and general treatment during employment. The Company maintains an internal complaint procedure to address any concerns regarding the hiring process.
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Freqently Asked Questions
Candidates must comfortably lift and move items up to 50 pounds frequently. This physical stamina ensures efficient handling of inventory and supports smooth merchandise flow in fast-paced warehouse settings in Fort Branch.
Warehouse Associates play a critical role in maintaining inventory accuracy and timely merchandise movement between docks and sales floors, which directly affects product availability and customer satisfaction at American Freight locations.
Yes, starting as a Warehouse Associate can lead to roles in inventory management, logistics coordination, and supervisory positions, especially when complemented with relevant certifications and on-the-job experience.
American Freight emphasizes a team-focused environment with cross-training opportunities, allowing associates to develop diverse skills, including customer interaction during pickups, which is less common in typical warehouse roles.
The company enforces strict policies to maintain safe working conditions and non-discrimination, encouraging associates to report unsafe or unethical situations, fostering a respectful and secure workplace culture.
Demand for full-time Warehouse Associates in Fort Branch remains steady due to growing retail logistics needs; however, American Freight's reputation for inclusive hiring can offer a competitive edge for applicants.
Warehouse Associates in Fort Branch typically earn between $13 and $17 per hour, depending on experience and specific job duties. American Freight offers wages aligned with regional standards to attract skilled candidates.
Indeed, associates assist customers during pickups, manage fixture assembly for store displays, and occasionally support sales, providing a diverse work experience beyond standard inventory handling.
Balancing timely merchandise movement, maintaining inventory accuracy, and adapting to dynamic floor plan changes are common challenges that require attentiveness and physical endurance.
While not always mandatory, certifications in forklift operation or OSHA safety training can enhance a candidate’s qualifications and improve workplace safety in Fort Branch warehouses.
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