Warehouse Associate
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 1, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 28, 2026.
Founded in 1923 by Roy Thorp, Thorp Controls, formerly Barr-Thorp Electric Company, is a third generation, family-owned business that has grown through consistently delivering outstanding service, quality products, and expert support. Our industry edge is supplying automation products that require engineering assistance for proper selection and installation. However, as a full-line distributor, we offer a full breadth of products, including items that are commonly considered commodities.
Our diverse customer base comprises OEMs, system integrators, and industrial users. Thorp Controls works hard to ensure our customers' operations run optimally and sustainably. We offer expertise in applying the best technology to improve production flow. Whether they are an OEM needing new ideas or a plant engineer trying to fix an ongoing problem. We have a century of excellence behind us, and Thorp Controls will figure it out.
Thorp Controls has six locations in Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and Colorado. We believe that outsourcing can be avoided by implementing the right technology.
About the role
Thorp Controls Automation Solutions is hiring a Warehouse Associate to support daily warehouse operations at our Denver, CO location. This is a hands-on role focused on receiving, picking, shipping, assembling, and delivering electrical automation parts. You’ll play a crucial role in ensuring that our customers receive their orders accurately and on time while maintaining an organized and efficient warehouse.
What you'll do
- Receive, pick, pack, and ship electrical automation parts for timely order fulfillment.
- Perform minor assembly tasks as needed.
- Deliver products to local customers when necessary.
- Assist with cycle counts and annual inventory audits in coordination with the Purchasing Manager.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
- Ensure consistent attendance and punctuality to support smooth warehouse operations.
- Learn and utilize warehouse management software for inventory tracking.
- Safely handle materials, including lifting/moving up to 75 lbs. unassisted and performing tasks that involve standing, sitting, bending, kneeling, squatting, and walking for extended periods.
- Work collaboratively with team members at the La Vista warehouse and other Thorp Controls Automation Solutions locations.
- Look for opportunities to improve warehouse processes and efficiency.
- As time permits, gain experience in inside sales support.
Qualifications
- No prior warehouse experience required, but experience in warehouse, logistics, or shipping/receiving is a plus.
- Product knowledge is not required, but may be considered in compensation evaluation.
- Basic math skills and ability to learn and operate inventory management software.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
- Excellent attendance and punctuality are essential.
- Ability to lift and move up to 75 lbs. unassisted and perform warehouse-related physical tasks.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a positive attitude.
- Willingness to identify and suggest process improvements to enhance efficiency.