Warehouse Associate I - Wilson Road
Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee 37410
Work Arrangement: On-Site
About Astec
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Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company specializing in asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.
About the Position
We are seeking a detail-oriented and safety-conscious Warehouse Associate I to join our team in Chattanooga. In this role, you will work inside and/or outside performing critical warehouse functions that keep our operations running smoothly. This is an excellent opportunity to launch your career in a dynamic manufacturing environment with a company committed to innovation and excellence.
Key Deliverables
- Receive, unload, and place incoming inventory items in assigned inventory locations
- Maintain clear records on all inventory and stock
- Inspect stock for damages and document findings
- Ensure all safety and hygiene standards are met in the warehouse for shipping and receiving orders
- Place all orders in the proper location upon arrival
Key Activities & Responsibilities
- Using work and sales order documentation, maintain kit pick list policy and coordinate/pull and stage parts for production, shipping, and service departments
- Load and unload materials safely onto or from pallets, trucks, racks, and shelves by hand, forklift, and/or cranes
- Review work orders for closure and monitor partials and completions; report shortages immediately to supervisor
- Coordinate and fill shortages as parts are received into inventory
- Assist in maintaining system location codes
- Convey materials safely from stores, staged areas, and work centers to designated areas; secure lifting attachments to materials when required
- Count, weigh, and record the number of units of materials moved or handled to ensure inventory accuracy
- Safely move and store WIP and finished goods in appropriate locations
- Participate in preparation of and physical inventory counts
- Maintain and use all appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Operate material handling equipment when required
- Actively participate in accident prevention and adhere to all safety requirements
- Assist with other projects as assigned
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
- 0-1 year of warehouse or material control experience
- Ability to lift parts, operate forklifts, and operate cranes
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to read single-part orthographic drawings and extract information using codes, symbols, numbers, and data from routings and dispatch schedules
- Ability to work in a dynamic environment where needs change constantly with little notice
- Flexibility and willingness to help team members
Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge of Material Control or Warehouse environment
- Previous forklift certification
- Experience with inventory management systems
Our Culture and Values
Employees who become part of Astec embody the following values throughout their work:
- Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
- Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
- Respect for all individuals
- Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
- Safety, quality, and productivity as means to ensure success
Work Environment
This position operates in a manufacturing environment with exposures including moving mechanical parts, machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, motorized vehicles, welding and machining operations, outside weather conditions, and risk of electric shock. You may occasionally be exposed to varying levels of dirt, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and very warm and/or very cold temperatures. The noise level in the shop can be very loud at times, consistent with an industrial assembly facility, and may require hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Internal Control Responsibilities
This position is responsible for certain internal control responsibilities. These internal control responsibilities are verbally communicated to the incumbent, and periodic feedback is provided regarding the performance of these responsibilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Astec is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.
