Engineered Wire
900 Railroad St
Rome, NY 13440, USA
Description
SHIPPING & RECEIVING ASSOCIATE
Location: Rome, NY
International Wire Group
Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour
POSITION SUMMARY
At International Wire Group, the safety of our most valuable assets, our people, is our top priority. We believe in treating one another with respect, promoting teamwork, and fostering an environment that encourages personal growth. We are committed to workplace safety, environmental responsibility, and supporting the communities where we operate.
We are seeking a dependable and motivated Shipping & Receiving Associate to join our manufacturing team in Rome, NY.
In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating incoming and outgoing materials, maintaining accurate inventory records, supporting production operations, and ensuring materials are handled and transported safely and efficiently.
The ideal candidate is safety-conscious, detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive hourly pay of $20.00
- Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Flexible spending plans
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Team-oriented manufacturing environment
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Management
- Prepare materials and finished products for incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Coordinate product transportation and shipping activities.
- Maintain accurate shipping, receiving, and inventory records.
- Verify shipment contents and enter accurate information into company computer systems.
- Organize and maintain feedstock and reel storage areas.
- Ensure proper material storage using designated inventory lanes, signage, and First In, First Out (FIFO) procedures.
- Identify and differentiate between various wire types and reel sizes.
- Visually inspect incoming and outgoing wire for quality and accuracy.
- Properly identify, tag, and record incoming wire reels.
- Production and Material Handling
- Supply production lines with appropriate feedstock and materials to minimize delays and maintain production efficiency.
- Ensure production lines are supplied with the correct feedstock according to established Method Master instructions.
- Weigh and tag scrap boxes at the end of each shift and replace them with empty boxes.
- Safely move, transport, and store wire reels without damaging materials or finished products.
- Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment.
- Complete required daily forklift safety inspections and checklists.
- Read, understand, and follow Method Master instructions and production documentation.
- Assist production associates with material movement and other departmental needs.
- Safety, Quality, and Continuous Improvement
- Follow all company safety policies, quality standards, and operating procedures.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Meet or exceed established departmental performance expectations.
- Support lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
- Identify opportunities to improve safety, product quality, on-time delivery, cost efficiency, and operational performance.
- Follow established procedures for material handling, storage, and transportation.
- TEAMWORK AND COMMUNICATION
- Communicate daily with supervisors, production operators, and employees across shifts to ensure operational objectives are met.
- Work collaboratively with team members to maintain efficient shipping, receiving, and production operations.
- Demonstrate a positive, professional, and supportive attitude.
- Follow company policies and procedures while contributing to a respectful and productive work environment.
- QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Ability to safely operate forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage time-sensitive tasks and meet production deadlines.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Ability to read and follow written work instructions and production documentation.
- Basic computer skills for entering and maintaining shipping and inventory information.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and attendance.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and able to maintain a positive attitude.
- PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Regularly required to communicate verbally and hear workplace instructions.
- Frequently required to stand and walk throughout the workday.
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly.
- Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work safely in an active manufacturing and warehouse environment.
JOIN OUR TEAM
At International Wire Group, we recognize that our employees are essential to our success. We are looking for individuals who take pride in their work, value teamwork, and are committed to maintaining a safe and efficient workplace.
International Wire Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualifications
Behaviors
Preferred
Team Player
Works well as a member of a group
Detail Oriented
Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Preferred
Self-Starter
Inspired to perform without outside help
Experience
Required
1-3 years:
Fork Truck Experience
Equal Opportunity Employer
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