Warehouse Associate / Forklift Operator

Economy Polymers & Chemicals•Schulenburg, TX

16h

About The Position

Why Join Our Team? Stability and Growth: Be part of an industry that remains essential across various sectors, offering long-term stability and opportunities for growth. Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with company matching. Career Development: Expand your skills and knowledge in a high-demand industry, with ample opportunities for professional advancement. Local Presence, Global Leadership: Experience the unique opportunity to work for a locally rooted business that is a global leader in its field! Collaborative Culture: Join a team that fosters innovation, safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. We prioritize a positive and supportive work environment. Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred Previous forklift experience preferred Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred Previous experience in a laboratory supporting quality control and testing a bonus By applying for this position, you understand and agree that this organization may conduct a background check and/or drug screening as part of the hiring process. You will be provided with a separate disclosure and authorization form for these checks. Failure to consent to these screenings may result in disqualification from further consideration for employment. This is a drug-free and alcohol-free workplace. To maintain compliance with regulatory authorities and ensure a safe working environment, the organization conducts random drug and alcohol testing. All employees are expected to comply with this policy as a condition of employment. Please note: This job opening is not open to staffing agencies or third-party recruiters. Unsolicited inquiries or candidate submissions from agencies will not be considered or responded to.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred
Previous forklift experience preferred
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Previous experience in a laboratory supporting quality control and testing a bonus

Responsibilities

Load and unload various, diversly packaged items with the use of forklift equipment
Receive all raw materials to be used in production and for testing purposes.
Perform weighing of items with industrial scales
Gathering products and materials for quality control testing, making notes on findings in support of quality control team when requested.
Store finished product in designated storage area, Staging items for successful loading in anticipation of freight carrier arrival
Report defective materials or questionable conditions to the Warehouse Manager and quality control team.
Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
Demonstrates positive leadership and ability to hold self and others accountable.
Must be able to work in areas with moderate dust and noise, hot and cold temperatures, and around automated and semi-automated manufacturing equipment.
Job description not limited to the above mentioned - Perform other duties assigned as part of day-to-day operations as part of a small and collaborative team