Logistics Clerk/Forklift Driver (Automotive Manufacturing)

E&E Manufacturing Co, Inc.; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

E&E Manufacturing Co, Inc. is seeking a warehouse/shipping associate to support customer shipments and dock operations in a fast-paced environment. You will handle loading, packing, labeling, and documentation using ERP/MRP systems to ensure on-time, accurate shipments.

The role requires forklift experience, high school diploma or GED, and preferred automotive manufacturing exposure. Strong organizational skills and teamwork are essential, with occasional overtime and overtime coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 4+ years forklift driving in a fast-paced manufacturing environment is required.
• 2+ years in automotive manufacturing preferred.
• 2+ years with MS Office and ERP (SAP, Plex) preferred.
• Forklift Driver License preferred (company license).

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks using material handling equipment.
• Move shipments with hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts.
• Wrap and package completed parts for shipment.
• Verify quantities and ensure shipments meet specs.
• Use MRP system to verify deliveries and create packing slips.
• Prepare cartons, pallets, and shipping labels/instructions.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication

Math skills

Detail oriented

Organized

Deadline driven

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Forklift Driver License

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems (SAP, Plex)

Job description

The work schedule is Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm, with Overtime occasionally throughout the week. The responsibilities of this position are to prepare customer shipments to specification, manage receiving of raw materials and manage all dock activity to ensure everything is completed on time and accurately. This role is in a very fast-paced, and at times hectic environment requiring the utmost in prioritization and organizational skills.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Also, additional job duties may be assigned.

• Loads and unloads trucks using material handling equipment
• Uses hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts, and material handling equipment to move shipments from shipping and receiving area to storage or work areas.
• Wraps and packages completed parts and assemblies and boxes for shipment to customer.
• Performs part validation per written work instructions.
• Verifies quantities to be part-marked, packaged, and shipped and examines outgoing shipments to ensure shipments meet specifications.
• By using the company’s MRP system to verify deliveries, put parts on hand and create packing slips.
• Prepares and secures cartons, crates, pallets, and other containers for shipment of goods.
• Stamps, stencils, labels, or affixes identifying information and shipping instructions onto cartons, pallets, crates, or containers as required.
• Determines method of shipment and posts weights and shipping charges, and affixes postage, as necessary.
• Compares identifying information and counts, weighs, or measures items of incoming and outgoing shipments to verify information against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records.
• Unpacks and examines incoming shipments, rejects damaged items, records shortages, and communicates with the buyer and/or shipper to reconcile damages and shortages. Routes items to the appropriate departments as required.
• Monitors and maintains appropriate inventory levels of shipping materials and supplies.
• Meets established standards for productivity and quality. Confers with supervisor when problems arise which impact expected level of performance.
• Training of new employees that apply to shipping and receiving responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing and work well with others
• Must contribute to a positive work environment.
• Performs any task required to support customer requirements and company goals.
• Must be able to work over-time as require

Expectations

Employees Are Expected To Follow All Standards Listed Below

• Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job.
• Organize and maintain efficiency of personal work area.
• Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback of all pertinent information to co-workers and management.
• Effectively communicate with co-workers and management personnel to enhance teamwork and communication initiatives.
• Consistently adhere to and support company policies and procedures, including ISO14001, IATF16949, and safety regulations.
• Accept instructions and duties in a positive manner.
• Treat all co-workers with dignity and respect.
• Actively support the E&E values (Safety, Fairness, Respect, Hard Work, and Long-Term Profitability).

Work Environment

Work Environment Characteristics Are Representative Of Those That Must Be Met By An Employee To Successfully Perform The Essential Functions Of This Job. Employees Also May Be Subject To Certain Environments Such As Working Near Loud Moving Mechanical Parts. Reasonable Accommodations May Be Made To Enable Individuals With Disabilities To Perform The Essential Functions. The Following Environments Include

• Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)
• Outdoor weather conditions
• Cold (non-weather)
• Heat (non-weather)
• Noise Level

The noise level in the working environment will be heavy with high traffic. Ear protection will be required

Physical Demands

The Physical Demands Describes Below Are Representative Of Those That Must Be Met By An Employee To Successfully Perform The Essential Functions Of This Job. Reasonable Accommodations May Be Made To Enable Individuals With Disabilities To Perform The Essential Functions. The Following Physical Demands Include

• Walking
• Standing
• Sitting
• Reach with hands and arms
• Stop, kneel, bend/twist, or crouch

Education/Experience/Certifications

To effectively carry out duties and responsibilities in the job position the following education, experience, or certifications are preferred:

• High School Diploma or GED is required
• Four (4) or more years of forklift driving experience in a extremely fast-paced manufacturing environment is required
• Two (2) or more years of work experience in an automotive manufacturing environment is strongly preferred
• Two (2) or more years of work experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, PP, Outlook), ERP programs (SAP, Plex, etc.) is strongly preferred
• Forklift Driver License is strongly preferred (even though candidates must be licensed by the company)

Additional Skills Required

To effectively carry out duties and responsibilities in the job position the following skills are required:

• Computer skills
  • Strong experience and capability with basic computer systems (MS Office, ERP, etc.)
  • Ability to generate and prepare labels, bills of lading, shipping/receiving documents
• Communication skills
  • Speak effectively with fellow employees or customers
  • Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, etc.
  • Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Mathematical skills
  • Apply mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Other Skills
  • Detail oriented
  • Organized and able to meet deadlines while performing multiple duties
  • Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

You Should Be Proficient In

• Shipping/Receiving
• Forklift Licensed
• High School / GED
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Basic Computer Skills
• Microsoft Excel

Machines & Technologies You'll Use

• Warehouse Management Software
• RF Scanner
• Sit-Down Forklift (Hyster)