Warehouse Associate
PORTWEST
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Description
PORTWEST, a leading global manufacturer of safety wear, workwear and PPE is currently seeking applications for the position of Warehouse Associate in Shepherdsville, Kentucky on a fixed term basis. Founded in 1904, Portwest has become one of the fastest growing workwear companies in the world currently employing over 5,100 staff worldwide. With 1400 styles across more than 20 ranges, we design, manufacture and distribute market leading workwear, safety wear and PPE in fully owned production facilities. We’re on a mission to become the world’s most requested PPE and Safety Wear Brand.
JOB SUMMARY: In the warehouse you will mainly be involved in processing orders for our customers, as well as working with your colleagues in the warehouse to ensure efficiency in all areas.
As part of the warehouse team, you will play an important role in servicing the customers of Portwest LLC in the United States. We will afford you with the support and guidance you need to succeed in your role, and the development of our business. Some very basic computer skills are required as part of the role.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
May include a combination of some or all of the following:
- Order picking with manual, paper-based pick sheet
- Ensuring order accuracy in size, color, quantity, etc.
- Order packing in preparation for shipping.
- Ensuring targets are met (working to speed and accuracy).
- Creating shipping labels using computer applications.
- Maintaining a high level of health and safety standards.
- Creating shipping labels using computer applications.
- Using internal systems to identify and correct any stock problems.
- Using computer-based scan system to ensure 100% accuracy of large orders.
- Receive stock from shipping containers & put away accordingly.
- Count inventory in regular cycle counts.
- Use computer as needed for admin tasks.
- Process returns & issue credits.
- Performing other general warehouse duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Very basic computer skills
- Strong level of English
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COMPANY AWARDS
- Great Place To Work 2024
- Private Irish Business of the year – Export Industry Awards 2025
- Gold Ecovadis Sustainability Rating 2026
Applicants must have a right to live and work in the relevant jurisdiction.
Portwest is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, civil status, veteran status, family status, disability status or membership of a minority group.
About this role
Portwest, a global workwear and PPE manufacturer with over a century of history, is hiring a Warehouse Associate for its Shepherdsville, Kentucky facility on a fixed-term basis. The role centers on order fulfillment—picking items from inventory using paper-based pick sheets, verifying accuracy across size, color, and quantity, and packing orders for shipment. You'll also create shipping labels, scan orders to confirm accuracy, receive and stock incoming inventory, conduct cycle counts, and process returns.
The position requires only very basic computer skills and strong English proficiency, making it accessible to candidates without extensive technical background. Success in the role depends on meeting speed and accuracy targets while maintaining warehouse safety standards. You'll work as part of a warehouse team supporting Portwest's U.S. customer base, with support provided as you learn the systems and processes.
This is a straightforward warehouse operations role suited to someone looking for hands-on work in a structured environment. Portwest has been recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2024 and holds a Silver Ecovadis Sustainability Rating, suggesting a company invested in workplace quality and environmental responsibility.
How this employer is doing
average
- Recent Acquisition
Typical pay for this role
$40,000
Typical range: $20,000 to $40,000
In the news
Portwest Acquires Grupo Kondor, Strengthening Its Position in Latin America, PR Newswire
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