Warehouse Associate
Job Description
Position Summary
Nashville Dental, Inc. (NDI) is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Warehouse Associate to support daily warehouse operations including order fulfillment, bulk merchandise handling, receiving, shipping, inventory management, and general warehouse support. This role is hands-on and fast-paced, playing a critical part in ensuring our customers receive accurate and timely shipments.
The ideal candidate is safety-focused, organized, physically capable of warehouse work, and willing to assist across multiple warehouse functions as business needs require.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Order Fulfillment
- Accurately pull merchandise orders (small package and bulk) according to pick lists and shipping documentation
- Ensure orders are completed in the sequence received
- Operate handheld scanners and computer systems to track inventory and orders
- Verify accuracy of items selected prior to shipment
- Rotate inventory using First-In, First-Out (FIFO) practices
Bulk and Palletized Shipping
- Stack completed orders onto outbound pallets
- Shrink-wrap pallets securely for shipment
- Load outbound pallets onto UPS/FedEx trailers for scheduled pickups
- Assist in staging shipments and maintaining organized shipping lanes
Receiving and Inventory
- Receive inbound freight and small package deliveries
- Unload LTL trucks and parcel deliveries using manual and powered equipment
- Verify received goods against purchase orders
- Enter receipts into the inventory system and file supporting documentation
- Put away inventory into proper locations and create new locations as needed
- Restock primary pick locations when inventory is depleted
Warehouse Operations and Safety
- Operate powered and non-powered industrial equipment (fork trucks, pallet jacks, rolling stairs, ladders, carts, etc.) in accordance with safety policies
- Monitor warehouse equipment and report safety or maintenance issues
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment
- Assist with production orders and special projects as assigned
- Perform other duties as needed to support warehouse operations
Qualifications and Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- 3+ years of warehouse, distribution, or order-fulfillment experience a plus
- Ability to operate warehouse equipment safely (training provided as needed)
- Basic computer skills and ability to use handheld scanners
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb, and reach throughout the shift
- Ability to lift 20–30 lbs. repeatedly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally
- Ability to push/pull heavy loads using non-powered pallet jacks
- Ability to work in warehouse temperatures that may reach up to 100°ree;F
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Ability to perform basic math calculations
Nashville Dental, Inc. is a family-owned company with a long history of supporting independent dental practices across the Southeast. While our roots go back more than a century, our focus is firmly on the future — combining trusted relationships, modern solutions, and a people-first mindset.
At Nashville Dental, Inc., we believe our success comes from our employees. We value collaboration, accountability, and respect, and we take pride in building long-term relationships — with our customers and with one another. Every role here plays an important part in helping dental practices deliver quality care to their patients, and we approach our work with integrity, teamwork, and a shared commitment to doing things the right way.
