Job Details

Under direct supervision, the Warehouse Associate is responsible for receiving and moving materials within a warehouse, picks and packages orders for final shipment to the customer, and pulls and delivers parts for production according to requirements.

Compensation: Non-exempt hourly pay based on experience.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am- 3:30pm

Travel: None

Location: Houston, TX

Key Responsibilities:

1. Receives and moves material in warehouse; unload material from vendor trucks, move to inventory location and update system to reflect inventory levels.
2. Process pick orders from production requirements; locates material in system, pick up and move into inventory or new location and update system to reflect material movement.
3. Prepare material for shipment; pull items from inventory, assemble shipment in boxes and pallets as per customer specification and update system to reflect material shipment.
4. Uses ERP system to perform queries and other transactions.
5. Conduct weekly cycle counting of inventory levels and reports discrepancies.
6. Supplies and fills WIP bins and or lanes if applicable.
7. Maintains cleanliness and organization of the work areas.
8. Responsible for following all safety procedures and policies.

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. Other duties may be required to be undertaken which fall within the scope and general level of responsibility attached to the role.

What you will need to succeed:

Education & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 0-1 year of prior experience in a shipping and receiving environment.
• Reliable: Required to be on time and ready to work when needed.
• Driven: Works with purpose and intent. Seeks work.
• Positive Attitude: Open-minded, willing to learn, coachable, and demonstrates humility
• Team-focused: Supports the team and values relationships
• Ownership: Takes ownership of own work and any mistakes
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Experience utilizing an ERP system to perform queries and make transactions preferred
• Good attention to detail and transactional accuracy
• Willingness to learn to use pallet jack, two-wheel dolly, and tow motor
• Ability to organize and maintain work area to good housekeeping standards
• Good problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Timely and clear communication
• Reliable with positive attitude and flexible approach

Competencies:

• Develops the skills to perform basic, repetitive activities on one or more piece of equipment or area of work
• Ability to maintain flow of parts within the established cycle time with minimal errors
• Develops the ability to detect quality imperfections on parts
• Demonstrates safe practice of hand-held tools
• Quality of team communications

Physical Effort and Work Environment

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, pushing and reaching
• Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds and maneuvering up to 100 pounds with a dolly
• Frequently exposed to oil and noise
• Exposure to heat or cold due to seasonal changes

Why Join Kinetico:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance Coverage
• Employer Provided Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits
• 401(k) Contribution Matching Program
• Employer Funded Defined Contribution Plan
• Paid Vacation, Holidays and Community Service Volunteer Time-off Benefit
• Wellness Program
• Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program

Our Commitment and Difference:

Founded in 1970, Kinetico pioneered the development of non-electric, fully automatic water treatment systems. In the years since, we have grown into a global company of independent Kinetico water experts and international distributors serving more than 100 countries. We offer complete water systems that deliver only the highest quality water for general use and drinking. We back every piece of our equipment with industry-leading warranties. Our approach reflects our deep commitment to preserving and conserving fresh water, one of our planet's most precious and endangered natural resources.

Kinetico Incorporated is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act*), or any other legally protected status, with respect to employment opportunities.

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