Material Handler I - 2nd Shift

Oatey Co.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their warehouse team. This role involves processing orders, ensuring safety and quality standards, and collaborating with teammates to maintain an efficient workflow. With a commitment to employee growth and development, this company offers a supportive environment where you can thrive. Enjoy generous paid time off, competitive health benefits, and a robust rewards program that includes profit sharing and retirement plans. If you're ready to make a difference in a dynamic workplace, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing

401(k) with Competitive Company Match

Market Leading Health Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage

Paid Maternity and Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Complementary Benefits for Wellbeing

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of warehouse experience preferred.
• Forklift operator authorization required.
• Good communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Process customer and replenishment orders accurately.
• Maintain safety procedures and report quality issues.
• Establish effective working relationships with co-workers.

Skills

Communication Skills

Forklift Operation

Freight Handling

Safety Compliance

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

RF Scanning Device

Forklift

Reach Truck

Order Picker

Job description

Why Oatey?

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, GF Thompson, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo.

At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world. Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter?

Position Summary:

Accurately processes all customer and replenishment orders in a manner to ensure safety, quality and performance goals are met on a daily basis.

Position Responsibilities:

• Pull raw material request orders for delivery to specified work centers in production and properly scan in RF device; supply required consumables to production areas and handle disposal of some waste from the production floor, i.e., bad pallets, recyclables, etc.
• Return material to the raw warehouse and consolidate into existing bays where possible upon put away and properly scan in RF device.
• Follow all safety procedures, including safety startup checklists at the beginning of the shift for powered industrial vehicles, notifying the team leader/supervisor of any equipment problems immediately, wearing all required PPE, participating in 6S events, and maintaining good housekeeping and execution of standard work.
• Report any scrap, damaged product, or quality problems to the team leader/supervisor immediately.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers by willingness to take on additional responsibility and/or support as assigned.

Knowledge and Experience:

• One to four (1-4) years of experience in a warehouse setting.
• Good communication skills, English fluency, both verbal and written.
• Forklift operator authorization required and demonstrated ability in safe equipment operation, including elevated locations (heights).
• Must be able to comply with manufacturer’s weight limit to wear required safety tether for picking at elevated locations.
• Demonstrated ability in proper freight handling. Working knowledge of all hazardous shipping rules and regulations.
• Willingness to work and to follow instructions.
• Reading ability sufficient to identify labels and understand written documentation.
• Cooperative attitude toward co-workers and supervisors.
• Willingness to partner, collaborate with teammates, and take on additional duties and projects as needed.
• Skills in operating a forklift, reach truck, and order picker are preferred, but not required (applicant will be required to complete the company powered industrial truck certification training and operate an order picker within first 3 months).

Education and Certification:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

At Oatey we are committed to help our Associates grow their career. Apply today and grow with Oatey!

Oatey Total Rewards

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance.
• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing.
• 401(k) with competitive company match.
• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents.
• Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP).
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates.
• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• A robust suite of complementary benefits to support associate well being.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.