Warehouse Associate II - Atlanta

Warehouse Associate II - Atlanta – R.S. Hughes Co., Inc.

R.S. Hughes Company, Inc. is a dynamic North American distributor of industrial supplies. Founded in 1954, we operate multiple warehouse sites and maintain a broad inventory of adhesives, abrasives, electrical, and safety products. We reward employees who exemplify hard work and common sense.

The Warehouse Associate II supports daily warehouse logistics, primarily handling shipping, receiving, inventory management and customer order fulfillment, while adhering to company policies and safety protocols.

• Order Fulfillment
  • Pull customer orders, ensure accuracy based on item number, serial numbers, size, quantity, etc.
  • Load for Supply Sight.
  • Manage Will Calls.
  • Perform cycle counts (first count) and verify inventory records.
• Receiving and Unloading
  • Receive, inspect, and match orders to purchase orders; log into system.
  • Load/unload palletized freight and move products to shipping or storage.
  • Organize and shelve stock efficiently.
  • Conduct cycle counts (second count) and confirm inventory records.
  • Handle non‑conforming products per company policies and OSHA.
  • Clean and maintain warehouse areas; practice housekeeping.
  • Operate forklift and other equipment safely; perform daily inspections.
• Shipping
  • Manage shipments with UPS, Fed Ex, etc., labeling and preparing orders.
  • Handle hazardous and non‑hazardous items per OSHA.
  • Perform final inspections before shipping.
• Quality Control
  • Identify process improvement opportunities and perform QA checks.
  • Inspect products for defects and damages.
  • Coordinate with Operations Manager on issues and inventory needs.
  • Ensure safety data sheets are included on applicable orders.
  • Hazmat certified; oversee hazardous material packing and shipping.
• Coaching & Mentoring (Training)
  • Observe and demonstrate best practices; provide feedback.
  • Train employees to SOPs and ensure necessary training is completed.
  • Coach employees to support their development.

• Perform administrative tasks such as paperwork, credit card processing, and verifications.
• Handle credit card transactions during shipments.
• Assist operations in WTDO/WT processes.
• Data entry into ERP systems.
• Organize monthly hazmat meetings.
• Manage equipment maintenance.
• Conduct daily inventory counts.
• Track warehouse transfers and ensure timely processing.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• 2‑5 years of full‑spectrum warehouse experience or training.

• People and communication skills.
• Self‑motivated; works well in team.
• Works with diverse groups.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Quick learner.
• Problem solving.
• Multitasking.
• Cleaning and organizing.
• Time management.
• Mentoring & coaching.

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.
• Order fulfillment, receiving, packing, shipping.
• Inventory control and cycle counts.
• Problem solving.
• Products inspection.
• Basic mathematics.
• Data analysis of cycle counts and freight invoices.
• Warehouse system experience.
• MS Office.
• UPS and Fed Ex shipping platforms.
• Safety compliance knowledge.
• Proper PPE use.

• Hazmat certified.
• Forklift certified or ≥2 years experience with warehouse equipment.

• Operate warehouse equipment.
• Lift/pull/push up to 100 lbs.
• Full range of body movements.
• Vision: close vision, depth perception, focus adjustment.

• Manual labor, standing, lifting over long shift; good physical shape preferred.

Entry level

Full‑time

Target base compensation: $19.00–$21.00/hr doe. Full‑time. Benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, vision, disability, parental leave, supplemental plans, and ESOP.