Inventory Control Clerk/Maintenance Specialist SMV

THE LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND INC•Summerville, SC

10d•$19 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. is seeking an Inventory Control Clerk and Maintenance Specialist for its Summerville, South Carolina facility. This full-time, day-shift role supports warehouse and manufacturing operations by receiving, storing, and distributing materials, tools, and products, and by maintaining machinery, equipment, buildings, and grounds in safe working condition. The position involves inventory transactions, order fulfillment, shipping support, operating warehouse and lifting equipment, and maintaining and repairing a range of facility and production equipment. The role also performs preventive maintenance, helps install and test equipment upgrades, and supports a safe, clean, orderly workplace. Hiring preference is given to individuals who are legally blind under the AbilityOne Program; disclosure of disability status is voluntary and confidential.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license; must maintain a good driving record with no major violations and remain insurable under the company's vehicle insurance.
Ability to drive a forklift and scissor lift.
Ability to maintain courteous and positive relationships with internal and external customers.
Good prioritization and organizational skills.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work safely and independently in a team environment.
Accurate counting and basic math skills, including strong calculator skills.
Basic data-entry skills and familiarity with computerized inventory systems.
Above-average mechanical ability and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to read schematic diagrams related to industrial equipment.
Ability to work the schedule as assigned.

Nice To Haves

Two-year college degree in a related field.
At least one year of experience in a manufacturing warehouse setting.
Five years of experience with manufacturing machinery and equipment.
Forklift certification.
Knowledge of electrical circuits, hydraulics, pneumatics, and manufacturing machine operation.
Welding experience.

Responsibilities

Pick materials to fill work orders and material requisitions in support of manufacturing.
Load and unload trucks.
Receive finished goods and components into inventory.
Transfer, sort, identify, mark, and store materials and items in designated locations.
Assist with entering inventory transactions into the ERP system or KARDEX and recording quantities received or distributed.
Assist with pulling, labeling, and verifying finished goods for shipping picks.
Operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, weight-counting scales, stretch-wrap machines, and Dock Locks.
Drive a company vehicle to transport products and pick up items for delivery to the plant or other locations.
Perform work in accordance with company BMS and AS9100/ISO standards and procedures.
Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly workplace and follow production safety and health standards, policies, and procedures.
Promptly notify a supervisor or Safety Manager of safety or health concerns and problems.
Maintain and repair facility equipment, including electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, HVAC, forklifts, air compressors, and outdoor grounds equipment.
Use manuals, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics when performing maintenance work.
Use power tools and hand tools; machine new jigs and equipment for production areas.
Perform and document preventive maintenance on equipment.
Assist with equipment repairs and installation, and with installation and testing of machinery upgrades.
Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and overhead cranes.
Perform other duties as assigned.