Logistics Associate - West Virginia

Aw Chesterton Co. • Beaver, WV

273d • $20 - $21 • Remote

About The Position

At Chesterton, we have a laser focus on our customers. The Logistics Associate is responsible for managing the flow of materials within the warehouse, including receiving, storing, and shipping products. This role involves accurately handling inventory, ensuring proper packaging, and coordinating shipments, while also supporting material movement and organization across the facility.

Requirements

• 2-4 years' experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• High School, Trade School, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. as needed for the role.
• Ability to operate a computer / keyboard in accordance to the standards and requirements of the job.
• Experience with ERP software desired.
• Ability to read and comprehend written and verbal instructions.
• Basic math skills required.
• Abides by safe material handling techniques when managing materials and supplies.
• Ability to obtain a forklift license (company will provide training).
• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced manufacturing operation.
• Able to work in noisy environments with no air conditioning during summer months.

Responsibilities

• Entering and updating data daily for incoming and stocked items in the company's ERP system to ensure accuracy.
• Verifying the receipt of materials against packing lists to ensure accuracy in inventory transactions.
• Collaborating closely with Value Stream members to resolve transaction issues, inventory discrepancies, and material movement concerns.
• Maintaining accurate inventory records and ensuring proper placement and labeling of materials in applicable systems.
• Rotating materials for shipments and storage in accordance with FIFO (First In, First Out) accounting standards.
• Using D365 to execute orders and create inventory inquiries for picking, packing, staging, and receiving orders.
• Packaging customer orders using proper packaging and labeling methods, ensuring compliance with system instructions.
• Preparing shipping documents such as truck bills of lading, domestic air freight forms, and export documents for international shipments as necessary.
• Using the computer system to accurately calculate charges, weights, and measurements of materials and finished goods.
• Physically placing incoming materials in appropriate locations and transacting them systematically.
• Managing the shipping and receiving of both hazardous and non-hazardous materials while complying with safety regulations.
• Coordinating shipments domestically.
• Assisting in the loading of daily truck shipments and maintaining operational efficiency.
• Operating and maintaining forklifts and other material-handling equipment as needed.
• Conducting daily, system-generated cycle counts of inventory and reporting findings to a data processor.
• Accurately picking and packing component and customer orders in accordance with department procedures and quality metrics.
• Managing and staging materials for pump service jobs, coordinating with planning and production.
• Scrapping damaged items in accordance with company procedures and transacting out damaged products.
• Remaining available during off-schedule hours as required to meet business needs.

Benefits

• Work Today, get paid tomorrow - withdraw up to 30% of your earned daily wages the next day after you work.
• Chesterton Student Loan Repayment Program.
• BCBS Medical Coverage.
• Delta Dental.
• 401K savings plan with a Chesterton contribution.
• PTO including vacation sick, time, 11 paid holidays, and paid time off to volunteer for causes.
• Vision insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance.
• HSA & FSA options to cover additional medical costs.
• Parental leave for moms and dads to be.
• Hiring referral bonuses (up to $3,000 for select roles).
• A host of other fringe benefits including legal services, pet insurance, Chesterton relief fund for employees in need.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Miscellaneous Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED