Warehouse Assistant 1 (Springtown, TX)

The Warehouse Associate performs all warehouse tasks related to shipping, receiving and inventory control. The candidate will work both independently and as part of a team and is expected to collaborate effectively with other department employees/third parties when required.

This role will report to the Warehouse Supervisor.

Detailed Description

• Handle incoming and outgoing inventory from the warehouse including:

  • Receive parts and materials from vendors. Verify accuracy, quantity, and conformance.

  • Packing parts and materials to vendors for out-plant processing.

  • Receive completed product from production departments.

  • Pick and transport parts and materials to production departments.

  • Send and receive product from customers.

• Properly handle; store; stage or package parts and materials in the warehouse.

• Use a manufacturing system (ERP) to perform material transactions

• Safely operate equipment, including hand and power tools.

• Safely operate handling equipment such as forklifts, overhead cranes and rigging equipment.

• Coordinate that quality inspections are completed to ensure products meet Warrior quality standards.

• Follow all work instructions and warehouse procedures.

• Accurately complete all required documentation and/or records.

• Accurately identify and account for parts and components related to warehousing.

• Maintain traceability requirements for materials used in manufacturing.

• Ability to prioritize daily tasks and complete work with minimal supervision.

• Various other tasks as required.

Job Requirements

• Familiarity with warehousing functions, procedures, and equipment.

• Able to work independently or as part of a team.

• Demonstrate proficient computer skills and the ability to learn new systems adeptly.

• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication skills

• Utilize a computer and software for communication, reporting and data acquisition

• Able to follow safety policies or procedures

• Physical abilities to:

  • Lift and carry 50 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces

  • Able to occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl

  • Frequent use of a variety of hand and power tools to perform a range of mechanically oriented functions including independent use of heavy-duty handheld and long-handled tools

  • Clear vision to judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of, watch, and report ongoing work activities to coworkers and third parties

  • Operate forklift, manlift, and other heavy equipment as deemed necessary.

  • Listen for unusual noises that signify equipment and machinery problems

  • Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects

• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all designated times

Minimum Qualifications

All Levels:

Warehouse Associate 1:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Ability to obtain forklift certification

Warehouse Associate 2:

• High school diploma or GED

• 2 years of shipping and receiving in a warehouse environment.

• Minimum 2 years of forklift operation experience.

Senior Warehouse Associate:

• High school diploma or GED

• 5 years of shipping and receiving in a warehouse environment.

• Three years of related experience with an ERP system or equivalent inventory database

• Minimum 2 years' experience forklift operations.

• Direct leadership experience, preferred.

Working Conditions:

This position requires the person to work in both an office and remanufacture warehouse facility environment. The Warehouse Associate must work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties. Also, must be able to work closely with others and under deadlines including time-sensitive response situations and be willing to work extended schedules that will include working days, and occasionally nights, weekends, and holidays.