--- title: Warehouse Associate at Patterson in Houston, TX description: Patterson is hiring for the Warehouse Associate role in Houston, TX. Pays $17.5 per hour. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/warehouse-associate-at-patterson-01a0cdeb-0942-7de0-90fa-aa85b37fcf9c date: 2026-09-28T04:22:07Z og_description: Join Patterson as Warehouse Associate in Houston, TX. Pays $17.5 per hour. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/nd397c.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | patterson.com | | **Location** | Houston, TX | | **Salary** | $17.5/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Sep 22, 2026 | ## Description **Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success.** One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization. **Job Description:** ## **Job Summary** The Warehouse Associate strives to exceed customer expectations by ensuring orders are available, accurate, salable and received in a timely manner. This position will demonstrate order fulfillment task goals are conducted accurately, efficiently and safely, while surpassing customer expectations. **Monday-Friday Work Schedules** **Starting Rate: $17.50/hr** ## **Essential Functions** To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position. **Order Filling** - Picks product from fulfillment center stock according to wave pick list and organizes on cart - Pulls warehouse items from the shelves based on number, size, color, quantity, and quality requirements - May operate scanners so that the proper order is picked, and inventory is managed accurately **Order Checking** - Verifies that the item picked matches the item on the invoice by comparing manufacturer name, manufacturer item number, and item description - Verifies quantity of items picked matches item quantity on the invoice - For time sensitive items, verifies the expiration date on the item is acceptable for shipment to the customer - Verifies all items listed on the invoice have been picked - For items that include component(s), such as a pump, verifies that components are included **Packing** - Counts quantity of items and verifies the count to the quantity listed on the invoice - Matches the ship to address or invoice number on the shipping label with the same information on the invoice - Selects correct packaging, fill and labels - Follows regulatory guidelines when packing items with regulatory classification - May create proper shipping papers for packages containing hazardous materials **Manifests** - For packages not auto-manifested: weighs packages, determines appropriate method of transportation, verifies proper labeling, scans information and applies shipping labels - For packages auto-manifested: verifies and corrects non-conforming packages **Expeditor** - Processes orders requiring special handling as required by branch personnel, sales staff or end-user **Order Processing** - Fulfill current or new client orders to achieve client customer satisfaction ## **Additional Functions** In addition to the essential functions listed above, the incumbent may perform the following additional functions. - Transacting all business in accordance to Patterson Companies business code of ethics and conduct - Align with Patterson Companies Purpose, Vision and Values statement - Using assigned warehouse equipment/machinery to perform assigned job - Meeting/exceeding assigned performance metrics and KPIs - Helping maintain an organized, clean and safe warehouse - Handling all hazardous materials, pesticides, and prescription drugs according to the Company’s processes/procedures and all applicable laws and regulations - Performing all work in accordance with Company Safety guidelines and procedures, with safety and regulatory compliance - As assigned ## **Required Qualifications** - High School diploma or GED preferred - Ability to read, write and count - Comprehensive problem-solving skills - Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals ## **Working Conditions** **Material and Equipment Directly Used:** - General warehouse equipment - General office equipment - MS Office, Shipping and proprietary inventory management software - This position may require the ability to train and certify the use of a variety of forklifts: sit down, Cherry picker (mobile elevated working platform) and/or Joey forklift (multipurpose order picker that can elevate an operator and can be driven at height to move from task to task) **Working Environment/Physical Activities:** - Moving 75% of the time - Frequently grasp, reach, bend and stoop in narrow/confined spaces - Exposure to dust **Physical Demands:** - Lift and carry up to 55 pounds, team lift 56 to 100 pounds: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity - Sitting or standing: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity - Use of hands: Continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity - Stoop, bend, or crawl: Occasional or frequent moderate physical activity - Ascend/descend on a ladder. Occasional or frequent moderate physical activity **Travel and On-call** - This position requires no travel per week in a local area - For this position being on-call is not required [What's In It For You](https://www.pattersoncompanies.com/join-us/) We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees: - Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program - 401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan - Paid Time Off (PTO) - Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays - Volunteer Time Off (VTO) - Educational Assistance Program - Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave - LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program) - Patterson Perks Program The starting hourly rate for this role is 17.50 USD per hour. ## EEO Statement Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. ## Skills - Order Fulfillment - Performance Measurement - Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) - Material Handling Equipment Operation - Customer Satisfaction - Hazardous Materials Endorsement - Order Picking - Workplace Safety - Packaging - Forklift Operation - Human Resources - Aerial Lift Operation - Pesticides - On-Call Coverage - Agrochemicals - Sales - Regulatory Compliance ## Benefits - Mental Health - Health and Wellness Programs - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Parental Leave - Paid Time Off (Pto) - Floating Holidays - Volunteer Time Off (Vto) - 401(k) Plans - Other Retirement and Savings ## How to Apply [Apply for this position](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/warehouse-associate-at-patterson-01a0cdeb-0942-7de0-90fa-aa85b37fcf9c?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related - [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown)