Warehouse Associate
Midgard, Inc.Summary: A Warehouse Associate at Midgard directly works with the Production Manager in all efforts of maintaining our facility and efficiently allocating resources to their corresponding area. Responsibilities expected to be carried out by the warehouse associate include, but are not limited to: Understand Midgard’s Quality Policy as it relates to your job. Coordinate material and product needs as per the production schedule. Sort incoming and outgoing freight when required and ensure the proper banding, wrapping, and storage of empty gaylords, scrap cardboard etc. Keep the warehouse organized so that all personnel are capable of locating corrugation, skids, raw materials, labels, inserts, and finished goods. Assist in performing physical inventories at established intervals. Maintain the physical inventory while performing inventory transactions as required using the ERP Software System. Regrind scrap product and runners as needed and ensure proper processing of regrind materials. Perform mixing of material components as per procedure to meet production needs. Ensure shipping, receiving and issuing functions are performed accurately and processed in a timely manner. Ensure all shipments are adequately packaged and protected for shipment to eliminate damage and loss to the best extent possible. This includes specific packaging requirements as assigned. Responsible to perform forklift daily inspections and communicate issues to Facilities Manager. Maintain a clean work environment at all times, including floor sweeping, spill removal and decluttered/open aisleways. Participate in company sponsored training, continuous improvement and team activities. Perform all other duties as assigned or needed. Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability required. ·Education and/or Experience: A high school diploma or equivalent is desired. The associated must have the ability to comprehend detailed written instructions and procedures. Experience with forklift operation and warehousing is required. ·Language Skills: Must know how to read and write English. All paperwork requirements must be in English. ·Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. ·Reasoning Ability: Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Must be able to work in a team environment. Physical Demands: The employee is frequently required to walk, stand, and reach with hands and arms. Handling materials of various weights in preparation and organizational capacities. Standing for up to eight (8) hours is required. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and machinery. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Health, Safety, and Environmental Issues: Employees must be fully aware of the potential hazards in the work area and have comprehensive knowledge of the associated safety standards and procedures. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: Warehouse management: 2 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person