Warehouse Associate

Schneider Electric; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a warehouse associate to lead routine material handling and line-support tasks at our U.S. facility. You will ensure a steady supply of materials, assist with kitting, and move parts to keep production flowing smoothly.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and preference for prior warehouse experience. You will work with safety PPE, use computer systems, and adhere to 5S practices daily.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuous supply of materials to one or more production/assembly areas.
• Kitting materials on the production line to have all parts at origination.
• Pick parts from Kanban or storage areas and place into a bin (kit).
• Ensure correct parts are kept in appropriate quantities to support production.
• Maintain Water Spider stock at appropriate inventory levels including put up and receiving.
• Perform repetitive material supply tasks per detailed work directions.
• Operate PITs for delivery or picking of parts and supplies.
• Sort and count parts, supplies, and log inventory.
• Create and distribute labels and other admin work as applicable.
• Inspect parts for damage; record discrepancies and notify supervisor/purchasing.
• Use computer systems and respond to Andons.
• Trace or track lost parts and supplies.
• Maintain all certifications and complete required training.
• Daily 5S is required.
• Perform other duties, often in other groups.

Skills

Kitting

Inventory control

Pick/putaway

5S

Use computer systems

Andon response

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Role and Responsibilities

This position is responsible for leading a team and also for the routine and repetitive material handling responsibilities within the manufacturing facility including kitting/material movement/receiving.

• Responsible for the continuous supply of materials to one or more production or assembly areas.
• Responsible for “kitting” materials on the production line to ensure all parts of order required are at point of origination to keep line moving at steady pace.
• Responsible for picking parts from Kanban or storage areas and placing the parts into a bin (kit).
• Ensures correct parts are kept in the appropriate quantities to support production and assembly requirements.
• May take parts from inventory area and ensures Water Spider is kept stocked at appropriate levels of inventory to include put up and receiving.
• Performs repetitive material supply functions following detailed work directions and guidelines.
• Required to operate PITs for delivery or picking of parts and supplies.
• Sorts and counts parts, supplies, and logs inventory.
• Creates and distributes labels and other admin work if applicable.
• Inspects parts for damage or defects; records discrepancies or damages and notifies supervisor and/or purchasing personnel.
• Must use computer systems and respond to Andon's.
• May trace or track lost parts and supplies.
• Maintains all certifications for group(s) and completes all required training.
• Daily 5S is a requirement.
• Performs other duties as required and often in other groups.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Previous warehouse experience is preferred.

Additional Notes

• The department requires PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), plus Safety shoes and safety glasses must be worn on the production floor.

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For this U.S.based position, the expected compensation range is $16.00 - $24.00 per hour. In addition, this position is eligible for overtime payand may also includepremium pay or differentials, depending on location. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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