Warehouse Associate Manufacturing I

Southwire Company, LLC; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Southwire Company, LLC is seeking an entry-level Warehouse Associate Manufacturing to support production flow by transporting material with a forklift and related equipment.

The role requires standing, lifting up to 45 lbs, and following instructions while maintaining quality and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must read, write, and speak English; bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Must be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs.
• Must be able to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Transport specified material to and from machines.
• Load and unload material from trucks.
• Stack and unstack reels to and from metal racks with forklift.
• Maintain adequate level of fluids and perform minor maintenance of forklift.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

English language proficiency

Lift up to 45 lbs

Follow instructions

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

The Warehouse Associate Manufacturing is an entry level role that will be responsible for transporting material by operating mobile equipment to insure production flow.

General Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must read, write, and speak English; Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
• Must be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs
• Must be able to follow instructions

Primary Job Tasks

• Must be a Southwire certified lift driver
• Transport specified material to and from machines
• Load and unload material from trucks
• Stack and unstack reels to and from metal racks with forklift
• Maintain adequate level of fluids and perform minor maintenance of forklift
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Cross Training

• Will be required to cross‑train one equipment within your identified workgroup at your facility
• Once trained in more complex jobs, may be required to fill the position in the event of absence or vacancy
• Will be required to rotate on a set frequency within your workgroup to maintain skill proficiency

Quality

• Do not release products until all quality checks have been passed
• Perform quality checks, as outlined in the process procedures for the machine, and minor maintenance when necessary
• Immediately report quality issues to the supervisor or quality manager
• Use the company's ISO Quality System documentation to help guide all daily quality activities

Safety

• Working safely is a condition of employment
• Responsible to observe Southwire safety rules and maintain good housekeeping
• Follow all safety procedures and rules
• Properly wear all required PPE
• Review and know all Job Hazard Analyses for proper job sequence and hazards associated with the jobs assigned to do
• Review and know all Safety Data Sheets for the jobs assigned to do
• Maintain all work areas to 5S standards
• Perform pre‑operation safety inspection and hazard analysis
• Follow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact

Physical/Environmental Demands

• Must be able to work in hot and cold environments normally found in a prefabricated building without climate‑control
• Physical activity associated with daily performance of this job include: balance, climbing, fingering, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, standing, stooping, walking and sitting

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.