Warehouse Associate Union

Wurth Industry North America; Hicksville (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity leave

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefits

401(k)

PTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

Würth Industry North America seeks a Warehouse Associate to perform a variety of distribution tasks in Hicksville, NY. You will handle receiving, stocking, order filling, packaging, and shipping while maintaining safety and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Role requires lifting up to 80 lbs, forklift certification, and ability to work independently or in a team. WMS knowledge and 1-2 years of warehouse experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• 1-2 years of material handling or warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to operate a forklift and pass forklift certification.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Software a plus.
• Must read and interpret shipping tickets and procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds and stand 8-10 hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse duties: receiving, stocking, order filling, packaging and shipping.
• Receive, unload, and visually verify incoming freight.
• Verify quantities and correct stock placement; identify overstock.
• Prioritize and fill orders with warehouse equipment.
• Safely pick and package products with proper labeling for shipping.
• Verify orders vs slips and prepare for shipment.
• Report damages, shortages, and inventory discrepancies; conduct cycle counts.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the warehouse.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Reading tickets

Basic computer

SAP knowledge

Safety awareness

RIF Scanner

Independent work

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

Rider reach truck

Stock picker

Hand truck

WMS software

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Warehouse Associate - Union 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.

Compensation:

$18.50/hr

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position.These include labor markets and, in some instances,may include education, skills, work experience and certifications. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive bonus. An incentive bonus, if any, depends on various factors such as organizational performance.

The Würth Difference:

• 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

Why Würth:

• Maternity/Paternal leave after 1 year of service
• Tuition Reimbursement eligible after 1 year of service
• Health benefits and programs - medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more
• 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

EEOC STATEMENT:

The Wurth Industry North America group of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate on the basis of 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.