Warehouse Associate I

Job Opportunity At Laticrete International

Are you looking for a new challenge? Passionate about innovation? Want to work for a global company that values integrity, teamwork, and loyalty?

At Laticrete International, we aim to be the leading construction brand trusted globally for high-performance tile and stone installation systems and building finishing solutions. We've been in business for over 65 years, family-owned for three generations, and can be found in over 100 countries. The Hartford Business Journal even named us one of Connecticut's top family-owned companies in 2017!

We don't just make innovative, industry-leading products. Our purpose is to improve the built world and the lives of those who build it. We strive to connect with, engage with and improve the lives of our employees, our customers, our partners, and the global communities in which we operate.

We are seeking passionate and ambitious employees who want to make a difference not just within our organization, but within their communities, our industry, and the world. If that sounds like you, then what are you waiting for? Join the family and expand your horizons!

Just some of our benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Tuition reimbursement
• 13 paid holidays, that includes 1 week of paid plant shutdown between the Christmas and New Year's Day holidays
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Flexible spending
• Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, as necessary.

1. Order Picking (80%):

• Review regular orders (paper) and Pick Lists (RF Gen), pick materials utilizing forklift throughout warehouse and assemble in a staging lane.
• Ensure safety protocols are always followed.

2. Housekeeping (10%):

• Ensure aisles & rack locations are clean of debris and empty pallets.

3. Forklift Inspections (5%):

• Pre-shift and post-shift inspection of forklift to ensure properly maintained and any necessary repairs are escalated.

4. Inventory Audit (5%):

• Assist in annual inventory audit.
• Perform product counts and log.

5. Order Loading/Un-Loading (10%):

• Assist with loading of completed orders onto trucks, delivery carriers and/or customer pickups.
• Assist with order unloading of LTL Carriers and truck loads.
• Perform receiving duties for orders being delivered - ensure items orders are actually received, inform purchaser of any discrepancies.
• Stock items located in the warehouse or deliver to purchasing party.
• Correct any Purchase Order discrepancies.
• Document discrepancies and maintain shipping documentation.
• Assist Procurement & Accounts Payable regarding Purchase Orders/Invoices issues and corrections.
• Work with Customer Service and QC team to process RMA's and carrier returns.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Able to utilize math to perform basic inventory counts.
• Able to read and interpret directions and order details.
• Able to communicate both in writing and verbally.
• Able to operate forklift safely.
• Able to operate RFGen Gun.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements:

• Must pass pre-employment physical.
• Lift: Must be able to lift and/or carry a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Push/Pull: Must be able to push/pull 50 pounds.
• Stand: Must be able to stand 80% of the day.
• Sitting: Must be able to sit 20% of the day.
• Twisting/Bending: Must be able to twist/bend 50% of the day.
• Squatting, Climbing and/or Crawling: Must be able to squat/climb/crawl 20% of the day.