Warehouse Associate - 1st Shift

If you are looking for a company where you can grow and develop alongside respectfully collaborative teams, join us at Oliver Packaging and Equipment Company. With a history dating back to 1890, we offer the stability of a well-established organization and the support of colleagues who truly value one another. In addition to competitive base pay, we provide a generous benefits package, including a bonus plan, a 5% 401(k) match, 15 days of paid time off, and 10 paid holidays in your first year (pro-rated in year one).

Our culture is built on teamwork and a shared commitment to creating and delivering packaging and equipment solutions around the globe. You'll see your work make a real impact—in places like Walmart and Panera Bread, in schools providing meals to children, through programs like Meals on Wheels supporting seniors, and in hospitals helping patients in recovery.

If you want your work to matter and to be part of a supportive team with a strong foundation and long-term vision, this is the opportunity for you.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Hours: 9:00am-5:00pm Location: Walker, MI

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for loading, unloading, moving materials within or near the facility, and manually package materials and products for outbound shipments both domestically and internationally. The Warehouse Associate will also assist in receiving products and materials into the warehouse and utilize data entry and labelling techniques accordingly. The Warehouse Associate will collaborate with other departments to expedite timely and cost-effective solutions for importing and exporting materials, to both internal and external customers. The Warehouse Associate is essential for helping to maintain the highest level of inventory accuracy and provide exceptional on-time delivery to all customers.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Daily priorities are pulled from the ERP system, each team member manages their daily workload through the CSI Workbench. Utilization of handheld barcode scanning guns and computers where applicable.
• Receives all direct and indirect materials received. Attach identifying tags or labels to materials and marks information on gaylords or other containers.
• Provides point of inspection when needed.
• Assist with inventory related tasks which may include cycle counting or other methods of inventory control.
• Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves using company provided tools, and at times by hand into vehicles ensuring proper wrapping to prevent damage in transit. Occasionally loads containers by hand when required.
• Transports materials from various locations to work sites/locations using a variety of material handling tools and equipment. Outbound shipments are scheduled with freight carriers as needed.
• Troubleshoot and address any issues or problems that arise moving any material, finding creative solutions, and keeping team members well informed of the status and potential changes to delivery schedules.
• Work with other members of the warehouse team on continuous improvement projects to reduce errors and reduce costs as directed by the Warehouse Supervisor.
• Schedule same-day pick-ups and deliveries of products and materials.
• Professional electronic communications with vendors, customers, third parties, and 3PL's.
• Work with power tools to construct crates for safe shipment of machines and parts.
• Responsible for packaging food equipment, parts and services, food packaging, and machines.
• Cleans assigned warehouse and work areas daily. Returns tools and equipment to designated areas.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma required, additional technical training preferred
• Forklift certification is a requirement of this position. Training and certification will be completed by a certified Oliver trainer
• Three to five years warehousing responsibility preferred
• Team player with well-developed problem-solving skills
• Works well with people across the organization to gather information, make decisions/recommendations, and drive improvement
• Excellent analytical skills and significant comfort working with numbers and MRP systems
• Knowledge of standard procedures for receiving and shipping including customer requirements and state and federal regulations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with power tools preferred
• Experience with Microsoft Office products preferred

Additional Responsibilities - Quality, Safety, and Housekeeping:

• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and required hygiene protocols during all machining and production activities.
• Identify and promptly report any non-conforming materials, process deviations, or product defects to the Supervisor or Quality team.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas in accordance with company standards and safety requirements.
• Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements to support a safe working environment.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment that may involve exposure to moving machinery, noise, and varying temperatures.
• Must be able to consistently follow all safety policies and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull materials and components weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks, bend, reach, and work in close proximity to machinery as required by the role.
• Must be able to work overtime and/or flexible shifts.