Warehouse Associate I

Leaf Forge; Pryor Creek (OK); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Holiday

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company 5%

Job summary

Leaf Forge, a tobacco processing facility in Pryor, Oklahoma, is seeking a Warehouse Associate to assist in cigarette manufacturing and packaging operations. You will handle material flow from raw materials to finished goods and cross-train across departments to support production.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and a willingness to work in a tobacco environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Manufacturing warehouse experience is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a tobacco manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Production with material requirements for work centers per detailed work instructions.
• Pull materials from designated stock locations per schedule and pick tickets.
• Inspect packaging of raw material to maintain quality within guidelines.
• Communicate with colleagues and supervision to allocate materials correctly.
• Support and maintain adequate raw material levels for continuous production.
• Work in a team, learn new processes, and follow department guidelines.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication, attention to detail, and proactive follow-through.
• Adapt to a fast-paced and innovative environment.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Leaf Forge is a cutting-edge tobacco processing facility based in Pryor, Oklahoma. With construction completed in 2024, this facility spans 250,000 square feet and is adjacent to its parent company, Xcaliber International. This state-of-the-art processing facility employs advanced manufacturing and processing technologies to transform raw tobacco into the finished product used in cigarette production. With over twenty years of experience in manufacturing, Leaf Forge's parent company, Xcaliber International, has garnered a reputation as being one of the top employers in northeastern Oklahoma.

Job Summary

The Warehouse Associate will assist in the operations of cigarette manufacturing and packaging process, material handling of raw materials to meet production requirements, and help facilitate efficient production of high-quality tobacco finished goods. Employees are responsible for duties in assigned areas and cross-training for coverage in additional departments.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist Production with material requirements for work centers per detailed work instructions.
• Ensure the proper materials are pulled from the designated stock location, as per scheduled work orders and pick ticket requirements.
• Inspect packaging of raw material to ensure a high quality is maintained within established quality guidelines.
• Communicate with other employees and supervision to ensure proper materials are being allocated to the appropriate work centers.
• Support and maintain an adequate level of raw materials to ensure continuous and efficient production.
• Ability to work in a team environment, learn new processes, and retain knowledge regarding various duties and department guidelines.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail, proactivity, and effective follow-through.
• Flexibility to perform in a fast paced and innovative environment.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing warehouse environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Walking, climbing, stooping, reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds
• Must be visually capable to distinguish differences in color and wording on product and to detect non-tobacco related materials.
• Work is performed in a tobacco primary manufacturing facility.
• Exposure to high temperatures, loud noises and industrial equipment.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Holiday.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a Generous Company Match.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.

Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test and background check.