Warehouse Associate

DescriptionPosition at Span Alaska Transportation (MSTS)About UsSpan Alaska Transportation, established in 1978, is a premier, asset-based freight forwarding company serving the great state of Alaska. Our dedicated team provides outstanding service with exceptional care and attention to detail. We are always interested in extraordinary people with proven skills who are dependable team players and bring out the best in others.Our supportive and empowering work environment is the foundation of the superior service, customer experience, and satisfaction we are known for within our industry.Matson is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work. Our team of dedicated and talented employees consistently deliver exceptional results for our customers and the communities in which we serve.Learn more at spanalaska.com.About The RoleThe Warehouse Associate plays a key role in ensuring freight is handled safely, accurately, and efficiently. This position supports daily warehouse operations through loading, unloading, staging, and securing freight while delivering professional service to internal teams and customers.This position is non-supervisory.What You’ll DoFreight Handling & Warehouse OperationsLoad and unload freight safely from various types of vehiclesMove freight, materials, and inventory within the warehouse, yard, and staging areasTag, label, and mark freight with appropriate identifying informationVerify freight against work orders and shipping documentationRecord quantities and units handled or movedLoad and properly secure flatbed freightEnsure loads comply with water restriction and transportation requirementsCustomer & Team SupportAssist customers by phone and in person in a courteous, professional mannerCommunicate clearly with coworkers and supervisors regarding work assignmentsSupport other departments and team members as neededSafety, Equipment & Facility CareConsistently follow all safety policies and proceduresPerform basic inspection, cleaning, and minor maintenance of vehicles and equipmentMaintain a clean, organized warehouse environmentUse proper lifting techniques and material-handling equipment at all timesAdministrative & General DutiesAccurately complete required paperwork and documentationRead work orders or follow verbal instructions to determine assignments and equipment needsPerform other duties as assigned to support operationsYou Have These SkillsEffective English communication skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing)Strong attention to detail and situational awarenessTime management and task prioritization skillsSound judgment and decision-making abilityAbility to safely operate or learn to operate warehouse and material-handling equipmentSpatial awareness and coordination in a fast-paced environmentAnd These QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredForklift certification and/or Hazardous Materials certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be consideredExtra Credit If You HavePrevious transportation, warehouse, or freight-handling experience preferredPhysical & Work Environment RequirementsAbility to independently lift up to 70 poundsAbility to move loads up to 200 pounds using appropriate equipmentAbility to perform repetitive physical movements including lifting, bending, reaching, grasping, and standingGood manual dexterity, balance, and coordinationAbility to work in a warehouse environment with exposure to weather elements and vehicle exhaust fumesThe hourly range is posted for this position in Washington. The hourly rate will depend upon qualifications and other operational considerations.Span Alaska Transportation offers medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits as well as a wide variety of other benefits to employees and their families. These benefits options include life insurance, supplemental life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability insurance, as well as more specialized benefits such as emergency childcare, death and dismemberment insurance, prepaid legal services, and adoption assistance. Span offers contribution opportunities to your 401K or Roth accounts with employer matching along with 8 paid holidays a year and tiered paid time off benefits.At Span Alaska, we're looking for people to build a unified team to maintain our values of trust, integrity, and reliability. We welcome people who think rigorously and thoughtfully challenge assumptions.#SATMatson is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, AIDS/HIV status, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including, but not limited to, the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. View our applicant privacy statement: https://www.matson.com/media/Applicant_Privacy_Statement.pdf.