Distribution Center Associate

Oerlikon Group; Village of Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plan

Dental and Vision coverage

Employee Assistance, Financial and WHC

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

12 holidays

Life insurance

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Oerlikon Group is seeking a Distribution Center Associate for our Westbury, NY facility to support stock management and order fulfillment. You will operate forklifts and RF scanners, pick and pack orders, and ensure inventory accuracy while following safety protocols.

We offer a robust benefits package and opportunities for development, with compensation details disclosed for this location. This role reports to the Warehouse Supervisor/Warehouse Management Team.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• 3–5 years of Material Handling/Warehouse Associate experience.
• Knowledge equivalent to high school, industrial or trade training.
• Must be able to read and understand instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, reach trucks and stock pickers to receive, ship, load, unload, move and store products and materials in a safe manner.
• Utilize RF Scanner Technology and Transportation Management System (TMS) Software to pick, pack and ship customer and intercompany orders.
• Read work orders or instructions to determine work assignments or material needs.
• Adhere to safety requirements and perform duties to support department operations.

Skills

Material Handling

Forklift Operation

RF Scanner

TMS Software

Education

High School or Trade Training

Tools

RF Scanner

Transportation Management System (TMS)

Job description

We are looking for a Distribution Center Associate for our Westbury facility. In this role you will help maintain warehouse stock and assist in fulfilling orders. Our Material Handlers will be responsible for unloading product deliveries, staging products based on customer orders and assisting with organizing and maintaining existing inventory. This position will report to Warehouse Supervisor / Warehouse Management Team.

We offer:

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees developmentopportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment!

The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
• Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
• Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• 10 observed company holidays and 2 floaters, to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
• 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work everyday!

Your Responsibilities:

• Operate forklifts, reach trucks and stock pickers to receive, ship, load, unload, move and store products and materials in a safe manner that assures material will be safe from damage and accurately accounted for.
• Utilize and operate RF Scanner Technology and Transportation Management System (TMS) Software to pick, pack and ship Customer and Intercompany Orders.
• Operate forklifts, reach trucks and stock pickers.
• Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs
• Adhere to all safety requirements associated with assigned duties and work location.
• Performs other duties as assigned that would lead to the successful operation of department, team and/or mission.

Your Profile:

• Preference will be given to candidates who are licensed to operate a forklift, available to work overtime hours during the busier times of the year
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• 3-5 years of Material Handling/Warehouse Associate experience involving picking, packing and put away of materials in production operations.
• Knowledge equivalent to high school, industrial or trade training.
• Must be able to read and understand instructions.

Why Oerlikon:

Team Spirit is one of our core values. Collaborating across borders, languages and cultures is key to us delivering results. Supporting our peoples growth and development is a top priority. We believe in the creative power of a team that draws strength from welcoming a broad expanse of knowledge, experience and perspectives.

#joinoerlikonus #joinourteam

For individuals assigned, hired to work or working remotely in/out of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Nevada, Washington State, Massachusetts, or New York, Oerlikon is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the current compensation range for this position, which is $21 to $27 per hour. Some positions within Oerlikon may also offer eligibility to participate in a discretionary incentive program. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for the role will be based on a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, internal equity, job location, work experience, education, training, certifications, licenses, etc. Therefore, as compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each individual, it is likely that not all applicants will be hired at the highest end of the listed compensation range. Our total compensation package goes beyond base compensation and it will include a competitive benefits package starting with 2 weeks paid time off accrued on a monthly basis, 12 holidays, 48 hours personal/sick time (exception for NY where we follow State law,) medical, dental, vision, 401K, holidays, pet insurance and tuition reimbursement all effective day one of hire.