Warehouse Associate

American Vulkan Corporation • Cypress Gardens, FL

264d • $17 - $18

About The Position

American Vulkan Corporation is a dynamic and diverse manufacturing company in Central Florida, exporting and importing precision manufactured products worldwide. With a military and non-military customer base, our inventory spans from HVAC tube connectors weighing less than one ounce to mega-ship couplings weighing 30,000 pounds. American Vulkan is a leader in its field with state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment.

Requirements

• This position reports directly to the Warehouse Manager.
• This position is considered regular, full-time, and requires a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• This may also include local travel.
• Valid driver's license and dependable transportation.
• Must agree to (and pass) a background check, physical and drug screening testing.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift certification a plus.
• Prior warehouse experience required.

Responsibilities

• Issue or distribute materials, products, parts, and supplies to customers or coworkers, based on information from incoming requisitions.
• Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Responsible for the movement of raw materials into the production areas to be staged into the work cells and within the shop.
• Ensure that JIT (Just-In-Time) is happening, just the right amount of materials and supplies at the right time in the right place.
• Keep the flow of the shop clean and smooth by taking on the occasional task such as material replenishment or staging.
• Determine proper storage methods, identification, and stock location based on turnover, environmental factors, and physical capabilities of facility.
• Assist in 5S (sort, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain), continuous improvement and Lean activities proactively and as assigned.
• Keep records on the use and/or damage of stock or stack handling equipment.
• Retrieve and organize pallets, totes, etc. as required.
• Responsible for operating and cleaning centrifuge to ensure maximum quality and quantity in accordance with the company's objectives while maintaining a safe environment.
• Daily operation of floor cleaning equipment in shop.
• Maintain effective English communication skills: speaking, active listening, reading comprehension, written, oral expression, and oral comprehension.
• Responsible for maintaining cleanliness in and around personal workspace.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance (employee coverage paid by company) after 30 days.
• 401K with an employer 5% match.
• Two weeks PTO time your first year and paid holidays.
• Employee Educational Assistance program.
• Climate Controlled shop.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
• Education Level: High school or GED