Warehouse Associate

Saint-Gobain North America; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Associate to join their dynamic team. This role involves a variety of responsibilities including gathering and preparing products for shipment, managing inventory, and ensuring a safe working environment. With opportunities for overtime and a progressive pay structure, this position offers a supportive atmosphere where you can grow and develop your skills. The company values diversity and inclusion, providing excellent benefits from day one, including healthcare options, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement. If you're looking for a rewarding career in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Excellent healthcare options

Parental leave

Paid time-off

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive 401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance options

Employee Recognition Programs

LiveWell program

Qualifications

• Ability to move heavy objects safely without assistance.
• Experience with inventory management and warehouse procedures.

Responsibilities

• Gather and prepare warehouse products for shipment.
• Unload inbound materials and stock necessary supplies.
• Train new warehouse associates in procedures.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Housekeeping

SAP system

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ottowa machine

Personal protection equipment

Job description

At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.

What’s the job?

Under the supervision of the Warehouse Supervisor, the position is accountable for gathering warehouse products, scanning products into inventory, preparing products for shipment, and loading finished product onto carrier trucks. The position is also accountable for supplying the production line with corrugated boxes, removing finished product from production lines, and the removal of scrap skids from the production area. This position is also accountable for unloading all shipments of truckload chemicals, equipment and interplant materials and for delivering them to the proper storage location in the plant.

Warehouse Associate - 8 hour Position - Pull Off/Put Away

3rd Shift Starts on Sunday night

Overtime Available - Any hours worked over 40 hours are paid at time and a half.

Provides benefits on first day of direct hire, provides on the job training and positions that offer progressive pay structure as you develop within your position, retirement accumulation plan, matching 401k, tuition reimbursement, etc.

Job Duties:

• Ensure load is packed according to specified order, and that the weight is distributed evenly throughout the trailer.
• Pick loads for shipment, gathering square, full skids, verify load with pack sheets, and load carrier trucks.
• Pull completed skids from the production lines, scan, and place on warehouse racks.
• Organize product inventory and shelving, perform daily cycle counts, and stock material for the partial pick area.
• Operate the wrapping machine in a safe, efficient manner, prioritize pallets according to color and bay.
• Stock necessary corrugated boxes and materials to meet the needs of production.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in the shipping area.
• Dock trailers for loading using the Ottowa machine.
• Arrange for shipping equipment and truck repair when necessary.
• Train new warehouse associates in procedures.
• Perform management assigned projects as required.
• Unload all inbound materials.
• Ability to ship out small packages using UPS service system.
• Enter material into SAP system in the absence of the Team Leader.

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS?

What do you bring?

• This position requires that the position be able to move heavy objects safely, not to exceed 60 pounds, without requiring assistance such as a dolly, forklift, or team member assistance.
• There are also frequent and prolonged periods of standing/walking and pushing/pulling or moving/lifting supplies.
• This position experiences frequent/occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching and climbing ladders or stairs.
• This position is located within a vinyl siding manufacturing facility and requires the position can work in an environment that can be noisy and dusty.
• The possession of or ability to obtain licensure for a motor vehicle, lift truck is required.
• The ability to work 8 hour + shifts, withstand heat/cold and chemical odors is also required.
• Must comply with all safety requirements including use of the personal protection equipment required for this position.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

• The position works within established CertainTeed policy and shipping procedures.
• The position is expected to make decisions pertaining to the safe operation of shipping equipment, resolve potential safety issues, and troubleshoot problems which may occur, but refer deviations in protocol to the Shipping Team leader.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

STEPS TO JOIN US

What are our perks?

We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program is customizable to accommodate your needs. Our menu of flexible options includes, but is not limited to:

• Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental.
• Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program.
• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG).
• Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career.
• Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends.
• Employee Recognition Programs.
• LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle.