Warehouse Associate 1st Shift in Colchester, Vermont at Nokian Tyres

We are Hiring Immediately for a 1st Shift, Warehouse Associate.

Join the team and enjoy the Perks now, such as Benefits, starting on Day ONE!!!!

Monday-Friday

General Duties & Functions

Operates logistics equipment safely and in accordance with specifications, schedules, safety targets, and quality standardsReceives incoming goods, checks for damage and for discrepancies between goods and invoicesPicks orders, packs, receives, and dispatches outgoing goods according to ordersLoads and unloads delivery trucks– regularly requiring physical moving and lifting of product weighing up to 85lbsDesignates and organizes warehouse stock by product skew and by physical alignment, allowing sufficient space for forklift maneuverability Compiles and submits regular reports of damaged, outdated stock or supplies, over and under shipments, return of products to vendor, etc. and segregates defective product from normal flow of inventoryAssists in verifying all incoming and outgoing products for accuracy in terms of amount, size and typeNotifies leadership of inventory and supply shortages as well as assisting in actual periodic inventory countsOperates powered industrial vehicles (forklifts, pallet jacks, order pickers, etc.) in a safe manner and maintains an operator license, if requiredEnters data into logistics management systems to maintain up-to-date records and retrieve stored information to respond to inquiries

Skills/Qualifications

Experience driving/operating a forklift, retrieving and delivering material in tight places and narrow aisles, loading and unloading semi-trailers and operating a forklift in a high bay storage facility Possess basic computer data entry skills, including the ability to operate and load simple computer programs as required using logistics management systemsAbility to operate with speed and accuracy Demonstrates team spirit, shows flexibility and positive attitude as an active team contributorDemonstrates the ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment Demonstrates problem solving skills, is able to recognize and appropriately escalate issues when situations ariseAbility to successfully complete the pre-hire basic skills test and assessmentsAbility to successfully pass pre-employment background check, physical exam and drug screenMust be legally authorized to work in the United States

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or GED required1 to 2 years of experience in a logistics/warehouse storage environment preferredLean / process improvement tools experience and/or interest in advancing knowledge in this area

Physical Requirements and Demands

Frequent reaching, grasping, bending, and stoopingFrequent pulling and/or pushing up to 20 lbs independently, and occasional pushing and/or pulling up to 35 lb independently, and greater weights with mechanical automation assistanceMust be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 20 lbs independently, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 lbs independently, and greater weights with mechanical automation assistanceMust be able to frequently engage in repetitive motions requiring substantial movement of the wrist, hands and/or fingersAdequate vision to read work instructions, job aids and guides, and detect imperfections in finished product Ability to work in environment with limited climate control and varied temperature levelsMust be able to communicate effectively in an environment with continual noise, requiring the ability to hear, understand and communicate work instructions and directions while wearing company provided hearing protectionMust be able to be frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, electrical equipment, mechanical equipment and vibration

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Benefits:

Medical, dental and vision insurance401(k) eligible after one month401(k) matching 100% on first 6%Employee assistance programEmployee discountLife insuranceDisability insurancePaid time offPaid parental leaveTuition reimbursement Fitness reimbursementCareer advancement opportunitiesShort Term Incentive Bonus

Nokian Tyres is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.