Job Title:  Warehouse Associate I

Job Purpose

The Warehouse Associate position exists to provide timely receipt of inbound material, maintain accurate physical storage and records of inventory, deliver goods to the shop floor to meet production schedules, pick orders and load trucks for delivery to customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Knowledge of quality and safety standards, warehouse procedures and company policy.
• Fork truck and scissor lift safety and operations.
• Provide supplies, request materials, request support, input into ERP system (via handheld scanner and desktop computer access), communicate with plant leadership (Team Leads, Line leads, Dept. supervisors, etc.).
• Maintain training level as required.
• Conduct oneself in a safe and constructive manner to maintain a safe work environment.
• Have a basic knowledge of inbound and outbound paperwork and truck loading and unloading.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED from an accredited institution and at least 1-year experience in a warehouse position at a manufacturing facility or distribution center.
• Must be able to utilize e-mail, application databases and current ERP system.
• Ability to read and interpret documents in local language, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to do mathematical functions, including add, subtract, multiply, divide, interpret Pareto Charts, Bar graphs, Flow charts, and other quality tools.
• must be able to maintain a very high level of accuracy involving the storage and movement of batteries and materials to and from locations. Also, the associate must be able to work alone and with others.
• Must work in a manufacturing floor environment-requiring attention to hearing and lead exposure.  This job requires the lifting/pushing/pulling of various products weighing 15 lbs. to 50 lbs. frequently.  
• Must have a high level of accuracy in basic math and make use of 10 key calculator.
• Knowledge of the warehouse operations, including but not limited to shop floor supply, current ERP system requirements, pallet preparation requirements, fork truck safety and scissor lift safety and operations, truck loading and unloading.

General Job Requirements