Knafs - Warehouse Specialist (Part-Time)
Pay: $18 - $20 per hour, depending on experience and skill set
Type: Part-time (Looking for ~30 hours total. Willing to fill as one 25-30 hour position, or two 10-15 hour positions, hours between 9am-2pm, weekdays)
Location: On-site (no hybrid or work-from-home)
The Company
Knafs creates fun knives for adventures big and small. We're family-owned and operated, and our vision is to create opportunities. We’re a Crew of around 12 people, and we’re launching this rocket ship to glory. There's a healthy dose of "let's figure this thing out together" in our business that requires problem-solving and cerebral engagement. We import knives, manufacture knives, and dream about knives. We sell our products on Knafs.com, Amazon, Whatnot, and to 70-ish wholesale dealers worldwide. We operate on the core values of Dependable, Scrappy, Level Up, Kind, and Humble.
The Job
The Part-Time Warehouse Specialist plays a key hands-on role in keeping our day-to-day warehouse running like clockwork. This position works closely with the Operations Manager to support core warehouse operations: accurate order fulfillment, receiving and counting incoming shipments, conducting quality control, and assisting with ordering stock replenishment.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in an active, hands-on warehouse environment, values accuracy in physical counts and inspections, and takes pride in getting orders built, packed, and shipped correctly on a part-time, flexible, weekly schedule.
Qualifications and Skills
- Basic computer skills: spreadsheets, web browsers, email, etc.
- Meticulous attention to detail in order picking, counting, and defect spotting
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk for extended periods, and perform physical warehouse tasks comfortably.
- Excellent time management skills to keep daily fulfillment on track
- Strong communication skills and a willingness to step in where needed.
Nice-to-Haves:
- Prior experience in warehouse work, order fulfillment, receiving, or quality control
- Experience with shipping software (e.g., ShipStation), ERP/inventory systems, or Amazon Seller Central.
- Hands-on experience operating light production tools (e.g., laser engravers, 3D printers).
- Passion or interest in pocket knives, everyday carry gear, and tools.
Key Responsibilities
Shipping/Receiving/Inventory
- Pick, pack, and ship customer and wholesale orders.
- Assemble product kits and prepare items for retail packaging.
- Prepare and label inventory for Amazon shipments.
- Receive, unpack, and organize incoming shipments.
- Count inventory regularly and keep stock records accurate.
- Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and easy to navigate.
- Help track inventory and identify when products need to be reordered.
- Track incoming deliveries and communicate with vendors about shipments.
Quality Control
- Inspect incoming products and materials for quality.
- Identify, document, and separate damaged or defective items.
- Follow and help improve simple quality-control procedures.
Employee Benefits
- Work with an awesome team
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee stipend and discounts on everything we make