Warehouse Utility

Proto Labs•Plymouth, MN

3d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Utility is responsible for managing and moving resin and molds for use in injection molding process - both in-site and cross-site. Shift - Mon, Tues, Wed (6am - 6pm). Thurs (6am - 12pm)

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Able to become familiar with the many types of resins used in thermoplastic injection molding
Able to be licensed to operate material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack, scissor lift, overhead crane hoist, etc.) - we will train
Able to work safely with sharp and heavy objects (utility knives, aluminum blocks, etc.)
Able to use a computer, calculator and do basic arithmetic
Able to read, comprehend and write in English
Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment
Must be punctual and have good attendance
Able to comprehend and follow printed and computer instructions, and direction from Supervisors/Leads
Good written and oral communication skills; must be able to write and respond to email (MS Outlook)
Strong attention to detail required
Critical thinking and problem solving mindset
Organization Skills : The ability to maintain an orderly workflow and keep track of materials and products is crucial
Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in inventory management and order fulfillment, preventing errors and discrepancies
Physical Stamina: Warehouse work often requires physical activities such as lifting, moving, and standing for long period
Time Management : Prioritizing tasks and working efficiently to meet deadlines and increase productivity
Basic Computer Skills: Familiarity with inventory management software, and the ability to use scanners and other digital tools
Communication Skills: Clear communication with Team Members and Supervisors/Leads to ensure smooth operations
Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve common goals and improve workflow
Problem-Solving Skills: Quickly identifying and resolving issues that arise in day-to-day operations
Safety Awareness : Knowledge of and adherence to safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries
Adaptability: The ability to adjust to changes in work processes, technology, and job responsibilities

Nice To Haves

AX or comparable ERP experience
Inventory control experience
Forklift (standup/reach truck) experience
Scanners and/or mobile Warehouse device familiarity
Curiosity-based problem-solving skillset a plus

Responsibilities

Retrieve, move, and store resin, part inserts, and molds in the production plant - general
Weigh resin and/or part inserts on scales
Calculate/identify resin discrepancies
Perform and record cycle counts
Retrieve and prepare resin for transfer to other plants, and manually create transfer orders in our ERP (AX)
Move and locate resin that has been transferred from other plants
Organize and consolidate the resin storage locations for maximum storage capacity (using DOMO)
Retrieve molds from build and prepare for transfer to other plants
Retrieve molds in accordance with the production schedule and stage in assembly area (using our MES)
Transfer molds to a storage location after production (MES)
Periodically pull molds for Customer Quality Engineers (CQE's)
Organize and consolidate the mold storage locations for maximum storage capacity
Track inactive molds and allocate them to temporary storage
Monitor molds to be destroyed; remove them from storage
Adhere to all quality and safety standards, as well as all company and operational procedures
Maintain clean and organized work area with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and optimal utilization
Continually seek to improve work processes and individual performance
Adhere to all company policies and operational procedures
Perform additional tasks as assigned