Warehouse Operator - 3rd Shift ($20.14 per hour)

Westlake Chemical Corp.•Brownsville, TN

32d

About The Position

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division (NYSE:WLK), is one of the largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the company supplies gasketed, solvent weld and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa-Lok spline-lock technology and product systems that are focused on building A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at WestlakePipe.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook. SO WHY WESTLAKE PIPE & FITTINGS? We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive culture that empowers and encourages our associates to succeed through individual achievement and teamwork. A career at Westlake Pipe & Fittings, is enriched with an innovative spirit, high work ethic, and rewarding experiences. We foster a culture that supports professional development, personal growth, and opportunities for advancement. SUMMARY Responsible for accurate receiving, storing, preparing and shipping orders of product. Knows their responsibility in a contingency plan or crisis situation. Must be able to work the shift pattern as outlined by distribution needs.

Requirements

Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math (add, subtract, divide, multiply) and write legibly. Must be able to pass a basic math pre-employment test.
Must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods.
Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods
Strong work ethic, attention to detail and positive attitude
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Nice To Haves

Preferred high school degree
6 months of distribution and warehousing experience or comparable experience - RF technologies a plus

Responsibilities

Count all products, compare to manifest and check all shipments for damage, infestation and production code dates
Report shortages, damages and mis-shipments on appropriate forms
Sign for inbound shipments when necessary
If assigned, and you are a qualified forklift driver, unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations
Maximize space usage and safely put away items onto racks
Ensure correct number and type of product is picked
Transport orders to shipping locations or delivery platforms with material handling equipment
Stencil, tag or mark orders as required
Compare quantity, labeling and address with order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct
Accept signatures for outbound as necessary
Efficiently move product into outbound delivery vehicles
Maintain equipment and assigned areas in a neat, clean and orderly fashion
Operate equipment safely and efficiently
Comply with all local, OSHA or Expeditors' standards
Keep accurate records and reports. Assist in physical inventories and cycle counts
Ensure proper stock rotation
Repack or re-box cases per instructions. Repair and re-box damaged goods as required. Operate shrink-wrap machine if assigned.

Benefits

Benefits Effective Day 1
Med, Den, Vision, 401k (4% match), Annual Retirement Contribution (2%), Life & AD&D
Paid Vacation
Tuition Assistance Program
Fitness Reimbursement Program
Opportunity for Advancement

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