Warehouse Associate

For over 80 years, Puffer-Sweiven has set the standard for process control, automation, safety, and reliability equipment and service. We help process-intensive facilities run more efficiently and safely by delivering quality products, technical support, and knowledgeable staff, all with the goal of exceeding customer expectations. As an Emerson Impact Partner, we offer a broad base of superior solutions including the top product lines for a given application. Our specialties at Puffer-Sweiven include: Pressure Management Isolation Valves & Actuation Control Valves & Regulators Process Control & Safety Systems Oil & Gas Automation– fiscal custody metering, controls, and SCADA Reliability Solutions & Services Specialty Pumps & Rotating Equipment Instrumentation OUR OPENING: The Warehouse Associate at Puffer Sweiven provides operational support that is critical for meeting customer expectations. Duties and Responsibilities: Reads customer orders, work orders, shipping orders, or requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed. Moves materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas using manual and powered material handling devices (Bendi Forklifts, pallet jacks, standup forklifts). Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, or product code. Fills requisitions, work orders, or requests for materials, or other stock items and distributes items to production workers. Accumulates customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or shelves or conveys orders to packing station or shipping department. Marks materials with identifying information, such as part numbers and P.O’s. Opens bales, crates, and other containers. Responsible for stocking and/or moving to the appropriate designated areas. Responsible for receiving, shipping and electronic record keeping in the Company ERP system all amounts of materials or items received or distributed. Weighs or counts items for distribution to ensure conformance to company standards. Maintains inventory, perform cycle counts and other various inventory duties. Unload, receive and process shipments from Fedex, UPS, hotshots or other freight carriers. Responsible for other general warehousing/organization tasks as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Knowledge: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience/Skills: Minimum of one year experience in a warehouse setting. Minimum one year experience operating a forklift of cherry picker. Able to use computer applications, such as Microsoft Office, barcode scanner, adding machine, telephone. Experience with a ERP system desirable. COMPETENCIES: Ability to organize and prioritize work tasks. Ability to communicate, verbal and written, effectively. Ability to work and meet goals independent of supervision. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to wear maximum level of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) without restriction which may include but is not limited to: hardhat; safety glasses; fire resistant clothing; safety-toed footwear; hearing protection; respiratory protection, etc. Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to walk and stand 8 hours per day. Frequent climbing, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping. Hazards: Potential exposure to chemicals. Proximity to moving mechanical and mobile equipment. Must be able to work outside in environmental conditions which at times include extreme heat or extreme cold. Environmental Conditions: Exposure to chemical plant manufacturing facilities. Must work both outside and inside and often in inclement weather conditions. Frequent exposure to noise and vibration. Must be able to distinguish emergency and other alarms and respond according to prescribed procedures. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr