Warehouse Technician

plugpower; Kentucky; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with 5% company match

Bonus eligibility

Paid time off (vacation, personal, and

Paid Holidays

Wellness Reimbursement Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Fertility and Family Building Benefit

Employee Referral program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Plug Power Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Technician to support warehousing, shipping, receiving, and order fulfillment within our production operations. The role requires organizing materials and coordinating with internal and external customers while maintaining safety and efficiency.

The candidate should be flexible, detail-oriented, and capable of operating pallet jacks and forklifts. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with our inventory system are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Avante inventory management preferred.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations including shipping/receiving and inventory management.
• Ability to perform tasks with focus and follow-through.
• Frequent lifting up to 60 lbs, pulling up to 100 lbs, standing long periods.
• Ability to work in inclement weather for short periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare merchandise for shipment.
• Load trucks and label shipping information.
• Receive parts and other merchandise.
• Catalog received and shipped inventory accurately.
• Fulfill orders for production and R&D departments.
• Maintain inventory control.
• Operate material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks).
• Communicate with shipping/receiving coordinators, purchasing, and staff.
• Use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Communicate with vendors and customers professionally.
• Occasionally use hand tools.
• Assist Warehouse Cell Leader and Materials Lead as directed.
• Travel for business as needed and drive safely.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Time management

Inventory knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Avante inventory management

Microsoft Office

Forklift operation

Job description

Warehouse Technician

Status: Non-exempt (hourly)

Department: Direct warehouse labor

Position Summary

The warehouse technician will be responsible for a range of activities within the warehousing, shipping, receiving, and order fulfillment sections of our production operation. The position requires the organization of a wide range of materials, and communication with an array of internal and external customers. The ideal candidate must possess a high degree of flexibility, strong attention to detail, the ability to competently respond to direction and meet scheduling demands, and the ability to satisfy physical demands of the position, including the operation of electric and manual pallet jacks. Applicants for this position must be extremely safety conscious.

Core Duties & Responsibilities

• Preparing merchandise for shipment
• Loading of trucks, and labeling of shipping information
• Receiving parts and other merchandise
• Properly and accurately cataloging received and shipped inventory
• Order fulfillment for various production and research and development departments
• Inventory control
• Frequent lifting, bending, and pulling
• Operation of material handling equipment, including fork lifts and pallet jacks
• Clear and professional communication with shipping and receiving coordinators, purchasing agents, warehouse and production supervisors, production staff, and engineering staff
• Operation of a Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Professionally communicate with outside vendors and customers
• Occasional operation of hand tools
• Assist where need as directed by the Warehouse Cell Leader and Materials Lead
• Travel as required for business needs; expected to drive safely and to adhere to all traffic laws

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, and Avante inventory management preferred
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal communication skills, strong written communication skills
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, including shipping and receiving, order fulfillment, and inventory management preferred
• Excellent task-oriented follow through
• Ability to frequently lift up to 60lbs, pull up to 100lbs, and stand 100% of the time
• Ability to work in inclement weather for short periods of time

Pay Rate

$16.50 - $23.00

We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:

• Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment.
• The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Bonus eligibility
• Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time
• Paid Holidays
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement
• Fertility and Family Building Benefit
• Employee Referral program
• Employee Assistance Program

Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.