{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b8546154c60fe41563ccbf38","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b8546154c60fe41563ccbf38","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b8546154c60fe41563ccbf38","title":"Warehouse Associate","description":"Methods Machine Tools was established in 1958 with three employees and a handful of refurbished machines. Since then, the company has become one of the largest privately owned machine tool importers in North America.\nMethods designs and implements custom machining setups, including machine tool selection, automation integration, and turnkey automation cells. The corporate campus in Sudbury, Mass., comprises a showroom/technical center, which contains automation, applications, and a full range of cutting-edge machines. Methods has more than 300 employees, nine technology centers, one high precision machining center, and has installed more than 40,000 machines throughout North America.\nJob Summary:\nThe Warehouse Associate is responsible for the safe loading, unloading, rigging, movement, and staging of machinery and equipment weighing up to approximately 30,000 lbs. This role requires hands-on experience with overhead cranes, rigging practices, forklifts, and warehouse material movement procedures in a manufacturing or warehouse environment. The position is critical to maintaining a safe workplace while supporting shipping, receiving, and overall operations.\nKey Responsibilities:\nSafely load, unload, move, and stage machinery and equipment weighing up to approximately 30,000 lbs.\nInspect and use overhead cranes, hoists, slings, chains, spreader bars, and other rigging equipment in accordance with safety standards and operating procedures.\nSelect proper rigging methods and verify load balance, attachment points, and load security before movement.\nPerform pre-use inspections of cranes, rigging gear, forklifts, and related material handling equipment; report defects or unsafe conditions immediately.\nCoordinate closely with shipping, receiving, production, and service teams to ensure safe and efficient movement of equipment throughout the facility.\nAssist with loading and unloading trucks, including securing loads for transport and verifying shipment condition.\nFollow lockout, PPE, signaling, and crane safety procedures to protect personnel, equipment, and property.\nMaintain organized staging areas and accurate records related to equipment movement, receiving, and shipment preparation.\nSupport inventory management by conducting cycle counts.\nIdentify and escalate discrepancies, damage, or safety concerns involving incoming, outgoing, or internally moved equipment.\nPerform other duties as assigned\nRequired Qualifications & Skills:\nHigh school diploma or equivalent.\n2+ years of experience in heavy material handling, warehouse operations, manufacturing, or a related industrial environment preferred.\nBasic carpentry skills\nDemonstrated experience with overhead crane operation and safe rigging practices for large, heavy equipment.\nAbility to inspect and use slings, chains, hooks, shackles, and other rigging devices safely and correctly.\nForklift experience required; certification preferred.\nKnowledge of load handling principles, weight distribution, and equipment securement methods.\nStrong attention to detail, situational awareness, and commitment to safety.\nAbility to communicate clearly and work effectively with cross-functional teams during equipment moves.\nBasic computer skills for tracking inventory, shipments, or equipment movement records.\nUnderstanding of warehouse and industrial safety standards; crane or rigging certifications are a plus.\nSupervisory Responsibilities:\nNone\nTravel Requirements:\nOccasional local travel\nPhysical Requirements:\nFrequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and climbing throughout the shift.\nAbility to safely handle, guide, and position large equipment using overhead cranes, forklifts, and rigging devices.\nMust be able to lift up to 50 pounds independently and assist with the movement of significantly heavier loads using proper equipment.\nAbility to work in warehouse and shop environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, and moving equipment.\nMust wear and adhere to all required PPE and safety guidelines at all times.\nSalary:\n$20.59 - $24.71 per hour\nThe listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position. Final compensation will be determined based on a candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, and may exceed the posted range for highly qualified candidates.\nAdditional Information\nThis job description is intended to provide a general overview of the skills, experience, and education required for the role. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Where educational degrees are listed as requirements, the company may consider additional experience, training, or certifications in lieu of specific degree requirements.\nMethods Machine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.","company":"Methods Machine Tools","rawCompany":"methods machine tools","city":"Sudbury","state":"MA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-05-31T06:54:10.596Z","occupations":[{"code":"53-7062.00","title":"Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand","slug":"laborers-and-freight-stock-and-material-movers-hand"},{"code":"53-7051.00","title":"Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators","slug":"industrial-truck-and-tractor-operators"},{"code":"53-7199.00","title":"Material Moving Workers, All Other","slug":"material-moving-workers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"493110","title":"General Warehousing and Storage","slug":"general-warehousing-and-storage"},{"code":"493190","title":"Other Warehousing and Storage","slug":"other-warehousing-and-storage"},{"code":"423830","title":"Industrial Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers","slug":"industrial-machinery-and-equipment-merchant-wholesalers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Warehouse Associate","description":"Methods Machine Tools was established in 1958 with three employees and a handful of refurbished machines. Since then, the company has become one of the largest privately owned machine tool importers in North America.\nMethods designs and implements custom machining setups, including machine tool selection, automation integration, and turnkey automation cells. The corporate campus in Sudbury, Mass., comprises a showroom/technical center, which contains automation, applications, and a full range of cutting-edge machines. Methods has more than 300 employees, nine technology centers, one high precision machining center, and has installed more than 40,000 machines throughout North America.\nJob Summary:\nThe Warehouse Associate is responsible for the safe loading, unloading, rigging, movement, and staging of machinery and equipment weighing up to approximately 30,000 lbs. This role requires hands-on experience with overhead cranes, rigging practices, forklifts, and warehouse material movement procedures in a manufacturing or warehouse environment. The position is critical to maintaining a safe workplace while supporting shipping, receiving, and overall operations.\nKey Responsibilities:\nSafely load, unload, move, and stage machinery and equipment weighing up to approximately 30,000 lbs.\nInspect and use overhead cranes, hoists, slings, chains, spreader bars, and other rigging equipment in accordance with safety standards and operating procedures.\nSelect proper rigging methods and verify load balance, attachment points, and load security before movement.\nPerform pre-use inspections of cranes, rigging gear, forklifts, and related material handling equipment; report defects or unsafe conditions immediately.\nCoordinate closely with shipping, receiving, production, and service teams to ensure safe and efficient movement of equipment throughout the facility.\nAssist with loading and unloading trucks, including securing loads for transport and verifying shipment condition.\nFollow lockout, PPE, signaling, and crane safety procedures to protect personnel, equipment, and property.\nMaintain organized staging areas and accurate records related to equipment movement, receiving, and shipment preparation.\nSupport inventory management by conducting cycle counts.\nIdentify and escalate discrepancies, damage, or safety concerns involving incoming, outgoing, or internally moved equipment.\nPerform other duties as assigned\nRequired Qualifications & Skills:\nHigh school diploma or equivalent.\n2+ years of experience in heavy material handling, warehouse operations, manufacturing, or a related industrial environment preferred.\nBasic carpentry skills\nDemonstrated experience with overhead crane operation and safe rigging practices for large, heavy equipment.\nAbility to inspect and use slings, chains, hooks, shackles, and other rigging devices safely and correctly.\nForklift experience required; certification preferred.\nKnowledge of load handling principles, weight distribution, and equipment securement methods.\nStrong attention to detail, situational awareness, and commitment to safety.\nAbility to communicate clearly and work effectively with cross-functional teams during equipment moves.\nBasic computer skills for tracking inventory, shipments, or equipment movement records.\nUnderstanding of warehouse and industrial safety standards; crane or rigging certifications are a plus.\nSupervisory Responsibilities:\nNone\nTravel Requirements:\nOccasional local travel\nPhysical Requirements:\nFrequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and climbing throughout the shift.\nAbility to safely handle, guide, and position large equipment using overhead cranes, forklifts, and rigging devices.\nMust be able to lift up to 50 pounds independently and assist with the movement of significantly heavier loads using proper equipment.\nAbility to work in warehouse and shop environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, and moving equipment.\nMust wear and adhere to all required PPE and safety guidelines at all times.\nSalary:\n$20.59 - $24.71 per hour\nThe listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position. Final compensation will be determined based on a candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, and may exceed the posted range for highly qualified candidates.\nAdditional Information\nThis job description is intended to provide a general overview of the skills, experience, and education required for the role. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Where educational degrees are listed as requirements, the company may consider additional experience, training, or certifications in lieu of specific degree requirements.\nMethods Machine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.","datePosted":"2026-05-31T06:54:10.596Z","dateModified":"2026-05-31T06:54:10.596Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Methods Machine Tools","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Sudbury","addressRegion":"MA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"b8546154c60fe41563ccbf38"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b8546154c60fe41563ccbf38"}}