Warehouse Associate - Gearing

Warehouse Associate - GearingDepartment: GearsLocation: Duluth, GAAbout the role: (https://apply.hrmdirect.com/resumedirect/ApplyOnline/Apply.aspx?reqid=3276050&source=3276050-CJB-0)WEG Electric Corp. has an excellent opportunity for a Warehouse Associate - Gearing. You will be responsible for all receiving, shipping and production parts pulling for the gearing production department.Primary Responsibilities:

Unpack inbound shipments, check against purchase order/packing slip for accuracy, shortages and damage, and place inventory in correct storage bins

Read BOMs and pull/stage components for the production department

Pull completed products from inventory, package, and prepare shipments

Pull completed products from the production line, package, and prepare shipments

Assemble wooden crates for shipping as necessary

Work with shipping department to facilitate proper shipment of packages created in gearing department

Conduct cycle counts of inventory, and participate in full inventory counts

Maintain an accurate inventory in the correct locations and organized in an orderly fashion

Operate forklift, pallet jack, or warehouse ladder for moving of inventory

Receive product returns into the system based on pre-approved return authorizations

Attend and participate in training opportunities and seminars relevant to this position

Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Education: High School or GED

Knowledge / training:

Basic knowledge of forklift operation (on site certification will be required)

Basic knowledge of packing and crating of products both corrugated and wooden cartons

Moderate knowledge and ability to use manual and power tools

Moderate knowledge of inventory control procedures

Basic understanding of ability to follow safety procedures

Preferred - Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook

Preferred - Basic knowledge of business operating software (SAP, Oracle)

Preferred - Basic experience reading BOMs

Experience: 1 to 2 years shipping / receiving experience in a warehouse environmentAbout WEG Electric Corp.WEG is the largest industrial electric motor manufacturer in the Americas and one of the largest manufacturers of electric motors in the world producing more than 21 million units annually. Founded in 1961, WEG operates mainly in the sector of capital goods, having five main businesses: Motors, Energy, Automation, Coatings Transmission & Distribution, providing global solutions for electric motors, variable frequency drives, soft starters, controls, panels, transformers, and generators. The US corporate office is located in Duluth, GA with manufacturing units in Minnesota, Indiana and Missouri with over 30 thousand employees worldwide. Visit our website to learn more: www.weg.netWe offer a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation and full benefits package. To Apply: All candidates must submit an updated resume and complete our application in order to be considered for this position. Must be authorized to work in the United States. WEG does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.