Warehouse Associate

Description

Build Your Career at a Company on the Move

API International is a privately held, family-owned manufacturing and engineering solutions company founded in Portland, Oregon, in 1979. For more than 45 years, we've been helping customers solve real-world challenges with flanges, expansion joints, pipe fittings, and custom-fabricated products serving the Agriculture, Exhaust, HVAC, and Water Works industries.

API International is experiencing significant growth, creating exciting opportunities for motivated people who want to grow alongside the company. As we expand, we're looking for people who want to take on new challenges, develop their skills, and build a long-term career with us.

Join API at an exciting time in our growth and be part of building what's next.

What We Offer

• •Employer-paid health, vision, dental, and long-term disability insurance – Base plan premium fully covered beginning the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Spouse and family eligible for 100% coverage of the base plan premium after one year.
• •Health Savings Account (HSA) with an employer contribution – API contributes to eligible employees' HSA accounts, with contribution amounts varying based on individual coverage and eligibility.
• •80 hours in your first year – increasing to 152 hours after your first year (prorated).
• •8 paid holidays – Includes your birthday.
• •401(k) with a 4% company match.
• •Voluntary benefits – Includes FSA and life insurance.
• •Training and professional development.
• •Opportunities for advancement – Grow with a company experiencing significant growth.

The Opportunity

The Warehouse Associate position supports API by assisting the warehouse department in receiving products and fulfilling customer orders promptly, consistent with API’s focus on overall product and service quality targets.

What You'll Do

• •Safely operate forklift and other material handling equipment.
• •Read, pull, and package small sales orders.
• •Package and prepare products for shipment.
• •Properly locate and identify parts in the warehouse.
• •Assist and process in receiving import and domestic product containers.
• •Perform duties in accordance with published health, safety, and general housekeeping procedures.
• •Carry out responsibilities in accordance with company and customer requirements.
• •Miscellaneous responsibilities: assist others on the team, improve the company’s support systems, and meet/exceed departmental and/or corporate goals.

Experience & Qualifications

• •High School Diploma or equivalent.
• •Basic knowledge of product handling and packaging techniques.
• •Must be willing to take courses relating to this position.
• •Ability to operate material handling equipment safely and competently (i.e., pallet jacks, stackers, forklifts, stretch-wrap equipment, etc.).
• •Certified forklift operator is preferred.