Raw Material Unloader

GAF•Newton, KS

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Supply Chain Associate II serves as an experienced operational core of the Supply Chain team, responsible for the efficient and independent movement of finished goods and/or raw materials within a high-volume manufacturing environment. Having transitioned from foundational training to full operational proficiency, the Associate demonstrates the capability to independently manage complex truck and rail loading and unloading sequences with minimal oversight. This role is defined by a high degree of technical accuracy, requiring the Associate to maintain inventory integrity through the proactive application of FIFO principles and meticulous documentation. Success relies on advanced spatial awareness for safe equipment operation, a thorough understanding of rail safety and weight distribution protocols, and the ability to troubleshoot common Supply Chain hurdles to keep production lines running without interruption.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
2+ years in a safety sensitive position within an industrial, distribution or manufacturing environment
A demonstrated commitment to safety
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work as a team player
Situational awareness in plants with moving machinery, overhead hazards and pedestrian walkways
Strong communication skills required when working with employees at all levels of the organization, third party logistics providers, rail carriers, and truck drivers.
Ability to pivot quickly to supply chain disruptions
Able to work under limited supervision make independent judgement and decisions as necessary.
Ability to identify problems and resolve conflicts within a collaborative, team-driven environment
Basic mathematical skills required for counting during receiving and verifying pallet/load quantities against Bills of Lading
Ability to maintain productivity during an 8 to 12 hour shift that may involve bending, lifting, and mounting/dismounting equipment.
Excellent organization skills.
Entry-level proficiency in G suite
Knowledge of OSHA and FRA regulations, specifically LTV (Lock, Tag, Verify), wheel chock use, Rail flag identification, industrial equipment safety, HazMat transportation regulations.
Knowledge of inventory control including, but not limited too, cycle counts, FIFO standards, and inbound/outbound paperwork
Knowledge of equipment weight shift points when transitioning from ramps/docks to trailers
Knowledge of forklift and other industrial equipment weight limits for safe transportation of product and/or materials.
Entry-level skills in warehouse management platforms like SAP to track materials and costs
Entry-level knowledge of safely loading trucks via loading ramps, use of spotters, and management of weight shift points when the equipment transitions from the ramp to the trailer deck
Ability to perform root cause analysis for safety and loading incidents

Nice To Haves

2+ years of Forklift experience within an industrial, distribution or manufacturing environment
Experience with specialized logistics systems (Koerber), Google Suite and ERP systems

Responsibilities

Champion a safe and clean work environment, embedding safety as the highest priority within our culture.
Participate in safety, continuous improvement, and 5S initiatives.
Maintain compliance with safety policies and procedures, conduct inspections of plant areas and/or equipment, and ensure deficiencies found are resolved or appropriately communicated.
Safely operate industrial equipment to efficiently move raw materials, and/or finished goods to appropriate plant location
Safely unload raw materials and load finished goods from/to commercial trucks and/or rail cars
Independently execute the loading and/or unloading of raw materials and finished goods from commercial trucks and railcars. Ensure optimal weight distribution and load security without direct supervision.
Demonstrate mastery of all industrial material handling equipment (forklifts, trackmobile,, etc.) to move materials between storage, production lines, and shipping docks with high precision
Perform advanced verification of inbound and outbound manifests, including Bills of Lading (BOL) and packing slips. Identify and resolve discrepancies in SKU, lot numbers, or quantities before they impact production.
Maintain strict adherence to First-In-First-Out (FIFO) principles for both raw materials and finished goods. Perform regular cycle counts and investigate inventory variances as they arise.
Efficiently utilize Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and RF scanners to perform real-time transactions, ensuring data integrity across the supply chain.
Identify and resolve immediate operational bottlenecks, such as equipment malfunctions or dock congestion, to maintain the facility’s high-volume throughput.
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family
Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood
robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions
wellness program
free financial coaching
referral program
product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence
internal training programs and courses
generous tuition reimbursement program
competitive salary
vacation packages