2nd Shift Warehouse & Materials Associate

Alfa Laval; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfa Laval’s Richmond facility is hiring a 2nd shift Warehouse Worker to efficiently pick and deliver materials, support production, and uphold safety standards. You’ll follow SOPs, train across units, and help maintain 5S discipline while working 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm, Monday to Friday with overtime as needed.

The role requires 2+ years in Materials, basic computer and math skills, and preferred forklift and overhead crane experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Materials.
• Basic desk top computer skills required.
• Basic math skills required including the ability to read a tape measure.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Forklift operation certification preferred.
• Overhead crane experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pick and deliver necessary materials to appropriate workstations or locations efficiently and responsively.
• Address internal department requests for material delivery promptly to maintain workflow continuity.
• Accurate & Consistent use of Personal Protective Equipment (Safety Glasses, Steel Toe Shoes, Gloves, Uniform others as required by the specific process)
• Receive daily work assignments from the Team Leader / Team Manager, utilizing Standard Operating Procedures as a base.
• Assists Team Lead and Team Manager with administrative and operational tasks, including coordination and reporting.
• Report any deviations (Safety, Quality, Parts, Equipment, etc.) to Digital Status Boards immediately and update the Team Leader / Team Manager.
• Be active and engaged in the Daily Status Board Meetings by explaining the deviations and propose solutions.
• Cross train in multiple pick units to provide flexible support and enhance operational efficiency.
• Review & suggest any improvements for the Standard Operating Procedures.
• Look into your own areas for waste (time, motion, transportation, inventory etc.) elimination opportunities and drive continuous improvements.
• Engaged in daily & weekly 5S routines to achieve high 5S Standard and Sustain it.
• Use the downtime efficiently to learn the new processes & run improvements from the status board activities.
• Get certified in and safely operate forklifts and manlifts to transport material, equipment, or product as required. Will be expected to work at varying heights.
• Full compliance with all Alfa Laval policies and procedures is required to maintain a respectful, safe, and productive work environment.
• Employees expected to conduct themselves with professionalism, courtesy, and cooperation toward colleagues, customers, vendors, and visitors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Materials handling

Forklift certification

Overhead crane experience

Basic math

Tools

Safety procedures

Job description

Alfa Laval’s Richmond facility is hiring a 2nd shift Warehouse Worker to efficiently pick and deliver materials, support production, and uphold safety standards. You’ll follow SOPs, train across units, and help maintain 5S discipline while working 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm, Monday to Friday with overtime as needed.

The role requires 2+ years in Materials, basic computer and math skills, and preferred forklift and overhead crane experience.