General Duties of the Job:

Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, Warehouse Technicians perform all duties associated with shipping and receiving in a manufacturing environment and is responsible for maintaining the safe and secure operation of the warehouse, including accurate inventory storage and movement of both raw materials and finished product into/out of/around the warehouse areas. Primary responsibilities include receiving materials, preparing shipments, loading trucks, and tracking inventory.

12-hour shifts. 6pm-6am. Site runs 24/7 and includes 2-2-3 work schedule.

Pay Rate: $17.00/hour (+1.20/hour Shift Differential)

Potential to be promoted to a level two in 6 months ($19.33/hour) (performance based)

• Receives and logs inbound materials into the warehouse; utilizes information found on packing slips and purchase orders

• Responsible for processing, picking, packing, staging, and shipping all outbound materials and customer orders

• Ensures inventory accuracy; participates in cycle counts

• Loads and unloads trucks using PIV's (powered industrial vehicles) - including forklifts & powered pallet jack and manual pallet jack.

• Must successfully pass forklift testing and be able to operate a forklift in a safe and effective manner

• Must successfully pass DOT physical & be able to operate/drive a commercial motor vehicle (26' straight truck)

• Bands and stretch-wraps material using banding and stretch-wrapping equipment

• Accurately locates and dispositions materials for manufacturing processes and/or finished goods for shipments

• Uses a computer to accurately input transactions into the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system. Works with Production to ensure proper updates of all relevant part numbers in the ERP system.

• Inspects incoming & outgoing shipments to ensure compliance with applicable quality standards

• Prepares and completes bills of lading and shipping lists

• Coordinates pick-ups of recyclables

• Provides assistance in the administration and purchasing of materials

• Understands and adheres to the operator instructions for the area; Ensures general quality of all work meets company standards.

• Collaborates and demonstrates good communication with team members both within the department and cross-functionally; participates on cross-functional teams; leads meetings

• Becomes cross trained in all aspects of inventory management. Trains others (new and current employees) as needed.

• Communicates via telephone and e-mail in a friendly and professional manner

• Prepares and retains accurate and legible records on a daily basis

• Participates in employee involvement activities and ISO 9000 initiatives.

• Practices excellent safety and environmentally sound habits; plans safety into all work activities.

• Maintains a clean and organized work environment that meets facility standards; participates in 6S activities; Organizes the warehouse space

• Supports managing data and works with Production to ensure production through-put is maximized.

• Identifies areas of potential process improvement and communicates accordingly.

• Maintains a professional and productive relationship with area management & co-workers.

• Palletize finish goods from pack-out, ability to check for inventory accuracy within AX, scans finish goods to rack locations

• Must keep all Celgard information CONFIDENTIAL.

Note: this description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Work Experience:

• Previous work experience in a warehouse environment & straight truck operation preferred

• Proven ability to operate PIVs in a safe and efficient manner

• General knowledge of shipping & receiving principles and guidelines strongly preferred

• Experience using Outlook and Excel required.

• Previous work experience in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment

• Previous experience working in a team-centered organization helpful

• Previous experience with lean manufacturing principles, especially in a warehouse setting preferred

• Previous experience with tools used to scan materials (i.e., barcode scanners)

SPECIAL SKILLS (optional):

• Ability and willingness to work in a warehouse environment, working with fluctuating indoor temperatures (above and below average temperatures)

• Must have a stellar work ethic and the ability to work in a team environment as well as the ability to work independently

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to locate information quickly and efficiently

• Able to communicate effectively with team members and other groups within the Celgard organization

• Ability to learn quickly and apply knowledge

• Strong organization skills; able to maintain accurate records

• Equally comfortable working independently as well as within a team

• Flexible and able to adapt well to change and challenge within the workplace

• Able to work on a high performing team creating an environment where open and honest communication is the norm

• Must be able to deal with conflict productively, bringing forth issues that need to be discussed and work to forge a mutually beneficial outcome

Work Environment:

• 12-hour shifts. 6pm-6aim. Site runs 24/7 and includes 2-2-3 work schedule.
• Must be able to work overtime, including holidays & weekends, as needed or scheduled.
• The ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Standing and walking continuously during entire shift, 10-12 hours at a time. Ability to climb stairs and steps in work area.
• Warehouse environment, partial climate control.

Celgard Benefits:

$1000.00 Sign-on bonus

401(k) Program

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits - Medical PPO premium options ranging from $58.00-$134.00 per bi-weekly pay period.

Eligible for benefits approx. 31 days from hire, depending on start date.

Vacation - 80 hours (pro-rated based on hire date)

8 Paid Holidays, plus 24 additional Flexible Holiday Hours

Employee Referral Program Incentive

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