Operations & Quality Associate

Barr, Inc.•Oshkosh, WI

12d

About The Position

The Operations & Quality Associate is a versatile team member who supports operations, production, warehouse activities, shipping and receiving, inventory management, facility maintenance, and equipment preparation. The position provides support wherever operational needs arise to promote efficient workflows, quality standards, and timely customer shipments. The role has no supervisory responsibilities and is a full-time position with a regular Monday-through-Thursday schedule from 6:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Occasional overtime, weekend work, and schedule adjustments may be required based on operational demands, customer requirements, shipping schedules, and seasonal business needs. The employee frequently works in warehouse, manufacturing, production, and outdoor environments, with possible exposure to moving mechanical parts, forklifts, varying temperatures, fumes, dust, noise, and airborne particles. The job involves frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, twisting, crouching, climbing, pushing, pulling, and lifting or carrying materials and equipment up to 50 pounds. Heavier items may occasionally be lifted with assistance or mechanical equipment. The employee must be able to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and operate material-handling equipment safely. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, basic knowledge of hand and power tools, and the ability to read tape measurements and perform basic math calculations. Forklift experience is required, or the ability to become forklift certified. Basic carpentry, construction, fabrication, maintenance, or warehouse experience is preferred. The employee is expected to attend dependably, complete tasks accurately and efficiently, follow instructions and company policies, maintain productivity and safety, communicate professionally, take ownership of work quality, and contribute wherever operational needs exist.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic knowledge of hand tools and power tools.
Forklift experience or ability to become forklift certified.
Ability to read tape measurements and perform basic math calculations.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Reliable attendance and dependable work habits.

Nice To Haves

Basic carpentry, construction, fabrication, maintenance, or warehouse experience.
Previous manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, receiving, or construction experience.
Experience operating forklifts and material-handling equipment.
Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills.
Experience working with insulated panel systems, doors, or refrigeration-related products.

Responsibilities

Assist with assembly, repair, refurbishment, and preparation of cooler/freezer boxes, insulated panels, doors, and related equipment.
Support production activities, including measuring, cutting, trimming, fabrication, and component preparation.
Load and unload inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring products are secured and documented.
Verify shipment accuracy by checking quantities, dimensions, model numbers, serial numbers, and order contents before shipment.
Assist with inventory organization, cycle counts, material movement, and warehouse housekeeping.
Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment safely and efficiently.
Assist with receiving and inspecting incoming products and materials.
Support photography, staging, setup, and breakdown of used equipment and cooler/freezer boxes for resale.
Clean, wash, repair, and prepare used inventory for sale.
Perform basic facility maintenance, including workspace organization, equipment upkeep, lawn care, snow removal, and general grounds maintenance.
Support shipping activities, including packaging, labeling, load verification, and freight preparation.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment and follow established safety procedures and company policies.
Complete assigned projects and tasks as directed by supervisors and management.
Cross-train and support multiple departments as operational needs require.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and safety as part of continuous improvement efforts.
Communicate positively and professionally with supervisors, coworkers, customers, vendors, and transportation providers.
Demonstrate flexibility and perform varied duties based on business requirements.