Warehouse Associate

Northern-Safety-Company-1; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Maternity/Paternal leave after 1 year

Job summary

Würth MRO, Safety & Metalworking Division, in Texas, is seeking a Warehouse Associate to perform a range of distribution tasks. You will handle receiving, stocking, order filling, packaging, and shipping with a focus on accuracy and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Candidate should have 1–2 years in material handling, be able to operate a forklift after training, and work well both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and 1-2 years in material handling.
• Must be able to operate forklift equipment after training and obtain certification.
• Ability to read and interpret shipping tickets and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receive, stock, fill orders, pack, and ship inventory.
• Unload inbound freight and verify condition of parts.
• Prioritize orders and ensure accurate labeling for shipping.
• Perform cycle counts and maintain clean, organized facility.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Reading/shipping tickets

Basic computer knowledge

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

SAP knowledge

Warehouse Management Software (WMS)

Job description

Schedule:

Monday - Friday 9:00am - 6:00pm

OVERVIEW:

The Warehouse Associate performs a variety of warehouse/distribution related functions accurately and efficiently to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction. This position will be required to proficiently perform at least one or more distribution-related activity (e.g. receiving, stocking, order filling, packaging, shipping,) on a regular basis.

This position is responsible for demonstrating safety and operational expertise within a quality and productivity driven environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Warehouse related duties including but not limited to receiving, stocking, order filling, packaging and shipping.
• Receive, unload (via forklift, pallet jack, or by hand), and visually verify parts and condition of incoming freight.
• Verify quantity of product going into stock using correct stocking processes. Follow correct processes for identifying and placing overstock.
• Accurately prioritize and fill orders of various products and quantities using warehouse equipment, and routing to appropriate processing area.
• Safely and accurately pick correct product. Verify correct product is packaged safely and in appropriate quantities and containers. Ensure accurate labeling is in place for bags/boxes and ready for shipping/distribution.
• Verify shipping orders match slips, utilize appropriate shipping lines and load packages.
• Communicate and rectify problems related to damages, shortages, inventory inaccuracy or specification issues.
• Perform cycle counts.
• Maintain warehouse, supplies and equipment. Maintain facility cleanliness and organization.
• All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• High school diploma/GED and 1-2 years of material handling, forklift or warehouse experience.
• Ability to operate a forklift, rider reach truck, stock picker or hand truck. Must pass forklift training and maintain forklift certification.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Software and/or Integrated Logistics Solutions a plus.
• Must be able to keep fast paced within work environment. Able to work independently or within a team environment.
• Ability to read, interpret and comprehend documents such as training instructions, shipping tickets, procedure manuals, etc. at a fast pace.
• Requires lifting ability of up to 80 pounds, with frequent lifting of 40-60 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk on a concrete surface 8 to 10 hours a day.
• Experience with RIF Scanner used to track inventory preferred
• Basic computer knowledge. SAP knowledge a plus.
• Proactive supply chain solutions customized to your business, your industry
• Industrial products and services delivered with prompt, personal attention
• Inventory management solutions that keep your production line moving smoothly
• Complete program support from initial design, to implementation, training, to ongoing analysis
• Health benefits and programs - medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more
• Maternity/Paternal leave after 1 year of service
• Tuition Reimbursement eligible after 1 year of service
• Additional benefits 401(k), short term disability, long term disability
• Paid Time Off, accrued per pay period, additional day earned per year of service
• 10 paid holidays

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR COMPANY CULTURE:

Würth MRO, Safety & Metalworking Division is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. Wurth will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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