Warehouse Associate

About Us:

Founded in 1986, Inlet Energy is Alaska’s trusted source for Chevron lubricants and fuel delivery. Based in Anchorage with operations in Kenai, Fairbanks, and Prudhoe Bay, the company supports commercial, retail, and government customers across the state — from the Kenai Peninsula to the North Slope.

Inlet Energy joined NorthStar Energy, part of the Saltchuk family of companies, in 2005, aligning its strong local presence with the shared expertise and operational scale of a broader enterprise. The company’s team of Certified Lubrication Specialists and industry experts represents the highest concentration of technical certifications in Alaska.

With a reputation built on dependability, innovation, and care for its customers, Inlet Energy continues to deliver the products and services that keep Alaska’s industries and communities running safely and efficiently.

Learn more at www.inletenergy.com.

Job Summary:

The Warehouse Associate supports daily warehouse operations, including order fulfillment, shipping/receiving, inventory control, repackaging of bulk fluids into packaged formats, housekeeping, and customer will-call support. This role requires strong attention to detail, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to work efficiently with a team in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Essential Functions

Warehouse Operations

- Pick, stage, and verify orders for delivery routes and customer pickup (will-call).

- Accurately pull product by item/part number, quantity, and packaging type.

- Build pallets, band/wrap loads, label product, and stage orders in designated areas.

- Repackage bulk lubricants/greases/fluids into required package sizes (totes, drums, pails, cases) per procedure.

- Operate forklifts and warehouse equipment including pallet jacks and drum handling equipment.

- Maintain warehouse organization: shelving, product locations, staging lanes, and aisle cleanliness.

- Perform general warehouse tasks (sweeping, cleanup, organizing, trash removal, basic data entry).

Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory

- Receive inbound freight and verify product identity, count, and condition.

- Put away product to assigned locations and maintain accurate location practices.

- Prepare outbound shipments: verify order accuracy, stage for loading, and complete required paperwork.

- Label/mark materials with identifying information to comply with company/OSHA standards.

- Support inventory accuracy through cycle counts, periodic inventories, and discrepancy reporting.

- Follow stock rotation practices (FIFO) and ensure proper storage and segregation practices.

Fluids Handling and Specialty Work

- Operate fluid transfer pumps and related equipment safely (when assigned).

- Support antifreeze/WWF mixing and testing per company procedures (when assigned).

- Monitor the cleanliness and condition of pumps, hoses, fittings, meters, and related transfer equipment.

Customer Support

- Assist customers at the counter/warehouse with will-call orders.

- Confirm order accuracy before release and handle product professionally to prevent damage.

- Communicate issues promptly (shortages, substitutions, damaged goods) to leadership.

Safety, Compliance, and Communication

- Follow all safety policies and procedures; wear required PPE at all times.

- Participate in safety meetings and immediately report injuries, spills, near-misses, and hazards.

- Maintain a safe work area and correct/flag unsafe conditions.

- Comply with company procedures and applicable regulations (DOT/HazMat only when duties require).

Delivery Support

- Support deliveries when needed for coverage or peak demand.

- Assist with loading/unloading trucks and securing loads.

- Maintain accurate paperwork for any assigned delivery or transfer activity.

- Perform pre-trip/post-trip inspections and DOT logs only when operating a vehicle that requires it.

Other Duties

- Perform additional duties as assigned to support operational needs.

Education and Experience:

- High School Diploma or equivalent for warehouse-related duties.

- Candidates with a CDL B with X endorsement are preferred

- Certificates, Licenses & Registrations:

- Hazwoper can be acquired after hire.

- Medical Examiner’s Certificate.

- Driver’s License

- Able to complete Forklift Training within the first week for certain roles.

- Forklift Certificate can be acquired after hire.

- Port Proxy Card, Physical Card, and other certifications as applicable.

Benefits:

- Tuition Assistance

- 9 Holidays

- Discretionary Annual Merit Program

- Charitable Match

- Life Insurance - 2x your annual earnings

- Free Credit Report Monitoring

- Employee Assistance Program

- Telemedicine Options

- Medical, dental, and visions plans

- Employee assistance program

- 401K 4% Match 3% employer discretionary

- Tapcheck: On-Demand Access to Earned Wages

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company! We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure all individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job duties, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.