Warehouse Associate 1st Shift

Description

About the Company:

LEEBOY Inc., part of the FAYAT Group, is a global leader in the production of commercial asphalt pavers and road maintenance equipment. With more than 60 years of industry expertise, we deliver reliable, high-quality machinery that supports road construction professionals worldwide. We value integrity, innovation, and agility, and we recognize our employees as our most important asset. Our commitment to excellence continues to strengthen the trust placed in our products and our brand.

Summary: 

The Warehouse Associate performs a variety of warehouse and inventory control functions to support service, manufacturing, and customer fulfillment operations. This role is responsible for accurately receiving, storing, picking, packing, shipping, and inventorying materials and components while maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient work environment. 

The Warehouse Associate demonstrates proficiency in at least two key warehouse functions, including Shipping, Receiving, or Production Support, and may assume additional specialized responsibilities as assigned.

This position plays a critical role in supporting manufacturing operations and ensuring customers receive the right products, in the right quantities, at the right time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, verify, and process incoming materials, parts, and components for accuracy and compliance with purchase orders and receiving documentation.
• Pick, pack, stage, and prepare parts and materials for shipment to customers, dealers, and internal departments.
• Verify part numbers, quantities, packing lists, shipping documents, and freight information to ensure order accuracy.
• Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment in accordance with company policies and safety standards.
• Utilize warehouse management and ERP systems to process transactions, maintain inventory accuracy, and retrieve inventory information.
• Generate shipping documentation, including bills of lading, shipping labels, invoices, and freight paperwork.
• Support manufacturing operations by delivering materials and components to production areas as required.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, transaction errors, and shipping or receiving issues in a timely manner.
• Communicate inventory concerns, shipment issues, and operational challenges to supervisors and managers.
• Provide professional customer service and support to internal departments, dealers, and customers regarding order status and shipping information.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment while following all company safety procedures.
• Demonstrate expertise in at least two of the three primary warehouse functions: Shipping, Receiving, or Production Support.
• Assist with cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory control activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and inventory accuracy.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. 

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous warehouse, shipping, receiving, logistics, or inventory control experience preferred.
• Forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read, understand, and interpret purchase orders, pick tickets, packing lists, bills of lading, shipping documents, and work instructions.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications and warehouse or inventory management systems.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to verify inventory, parts, quantities, and shipping documentation accurately.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, customers, and dealers.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and resolve inventory or shipping discrepancies.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while effectively contributing to a team environment.
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and commitment to operational excellence.
• Customer-focused mindset with a dedication to providing outstanding service to both internal and external customers.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and productivity in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand and walk throughout the workday.
• Regularly bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, and exposure to moving equipment.

Key Competencies

• Safety Awareness
• Inventory Accuracy
• Attention to Detail
• Customer Focus
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Accountability
• Adaptability
• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Continuous Improvement