Warehouse Technician

nVent; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

nVent is seeking a Warehouse Technician to pick orders accurately using a smartphone device and motorized equipment, contributing to safe, productive operations.

You will complete daily 5S tasks, receive inbound shipments, audit outbound orders, and support continuous improvement while adhering to safety and quality standards.

This role requires physical stamina, the ability to lift up to 60 lbs, and willingness to work overtime as business dictates.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in picking
• Ability to match product labels to visuals on a smartphone
• Ability to count items accurately for order accuracy
• Solid basic math skills for quantity checks
• Capable of working in a team and following safety procedures
• Proficiency with using a smartphone for data entry in a warehouse
• Ability to operate motorized equipment safely
• Willingness to work overtime as needed
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and stand for long shifts

Responsibilities

• Complete daily 5S tasks and maintain warehouse organization
• Pick orders accurately using a smartphone device and motorized equipment
• Receive inbound shipments and audit outbound orders
• Follow standard work procedures and contribute to continuous improvement programs

Skills

Attention to detail

Smartphone data entry

Counting accuracy

Numerical proficiency

Team player

Safety compliance

Lift up to 60 lbs

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

The Warehouse Technician's main role is to pick orders accurately utilizing a smart phone like device and motorized transport. They significantly contribute to the nVent warehouse team’s success by working safely, accurately and at the defined productivity standards.

In addition to picking orders other tasks may be required such as receiving inbound shipments and auditing/packing outbound orders.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete daily 5S tasks (warehouse organization and cleaning)
• Complete work adhering to safety policy and meeting productivity rates
• Follow defined standard work for each task
• Contribute to the Continuous Improvement Program by participating on value stream teams or offering suggestions to increase Safety, Quality, On Time Delivery or Cost performance via the formal employee suggestion process

Requirements

• Strong work ethics and attention to detail
• Capable of accurately matching visual information on smart phone device with product label
• Ability to focus on counting products accurately on every pick so that customers receive what they ordered
• Strong addition & multiplication skills
• Ability to exchange information with co-workers and work as part of a team
• Ability to use smart phone device continuously during shift
• Ability to repetitively lift 10+ lbs.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 60 lbs.Ability to be on feet continuously throughout an 8-10 hour shift
• Ability to occasionally bend 90 degrees & twist 45 degrees
• Must be able to operate motorized equipment safely
• Must be able to understand and follow verbal & written instructions provided by training lead, department lead & department supervisor
• Ability to work voluntary / mandatory overtime as business dictates
• Unload/load trucks with a forklift.
• Move materials around building as needed.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

We Have

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
  • nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.
  • Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.
• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:
  • Innovative & adaptable
  • Dedicated to absolute integrity
  • Focused on the customer first
  • Respectful and team oriented
  • Optimistic and energizing
  • Accountable for performance
  • Benefits to support the lives of our employees

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.