Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Warn Industries believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit the individual nor the organization to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.

Position Summary:

Working independently and collaboratively with others, this position plays an integral role in executing our mission, philosophy, and commitment to providing high quality products and exceptional customer service to our internal and external customers. In addition to maintaining a high level of trust, integrity and ethical standards, all employees are also expected to promote a culture of safety by following all safety procedures, protocols and guidelines while working in a manner that minimizes the risk of damage to property and injury to the employee and others.

Under general supervision, performs complex inventory control, manual warehouse and clerical duties related to the shipment, receipt, storage and movement of materials, supplies, equipment and finished products. May provide work guidance to other team members.

Essential Functions:

The essential functions of this position require prioritizing and completing all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner, adjusting for changing priorities and availability of resources, and demonstrating initiative in identifying additional job-related tasks to be completed when time permits.

1. Work to support accurate inventory control system: (a) Research and practice inventory control, (b) Support production through moving raw materials, subassemblies and finished goods, (c) Fill orders and/or route materials to other teams. (d) Complete complex inventory transactions using ERP system in a timely and highly accurate manner, (e) Verify and stock materials and/or supplies on shelving/racks or in specified floor locations in an efficient, accurate and organized manner, (f) Conduct system driven cycle counts.
2. Ensure accuracy of inventory, while role modeling this behavior for other team members, in a way that supports business need: (a) Ensure that others follow process, (b) Drive process improvements through organization, material flow and making suggestions for positive change, (c) Actively check inventory for accuracy and report inconsistencies.
3. Collaborate with Warn leadership and team members during team meetings, system reviews, safety meetings, and other forms of problem-solving discussions to further define and improve department strategies designed to meet and exceed quality objectives. Participate meaningfully in Warn safety activities like R3, Safety Committees, Safety checklist/audits, team Safety projects, etc., as directed or requested.
4. Serve as a role model for and mentor less experienced or new Material Specialists. Responsible and efficient time management, commitment to exceeding quality and production expectations, professional and respectful communication, and safe work habits. May train other Material Specialists on process and procedure as directed and provide necessary follow-up and guidance to achieve professional development objectives.
5. Complete special projects and other duties as assigned to meet team, department and organizational goals while actively demonstrating accountability and responsibility for achieving desired outcomes and measureable results. Special projects and assignments may include, but are not limited to, (a) supporting all work areas by completing tasks within the assigned team to provide necessary support and coverage as directed, as well as an assignment to rotate to another team as required to meet production requirements, (b) writing or updating training manuals, and/or (c) offering input during Warn selection process.
6. Communicate in a professional, respectful and courteous manner with all employees, customers, vendors, visitors and others with whom we may work or interact. Contribute to a successful work group through positive interactions, active listening, meaningful collaborations, and the constructive exchange of ideas designed to meet or exceed the organization’s strategic goals.
7. Accountable for Sarbanes-Oxley compliance in assigned area. Responsible for design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, including a self-assessment and report to management.
8. Accountable for developing and monitoring processes and practices necessary for legal and ethical compliance in assigned area.

Availability Requirements:

Due to the nature and scope of the essential functions of this position, the importance of personal interactions with coworkers, and the availability of job-related tools, equipment and resources at work, performance of the essential functions requires regular, consistent availability, accessibility, and presence on-site.

Approximately 40 hours / week may be required to efficiently perform the job duties of this position, including presence at designated internal and external meetings. This position may also require availability and accessibility to respond to and address emergencies and critical situations outside of normal business operating hours in the early mornings, evenings and/or during weekends. Overtime may be scheduled and required to meet departmental needs.

Warn is hiring for Swing Shift Material Handlers - Must be available to work 2:30pm- 11pm, Monday thru Friday.

Required Education and/or Experience:

1. HS diploma or equivalent is preferred.
2. 1 year experience manufacturing material handling experience preferred.
3. 1 year experience utilizing basic business computer skills.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:

1. Oral and written communication skills commensurate with the job tasks and position necessary to communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external customers while providing exceptional quality of work and outstanding customer service.
2. Ability to review, comprehend, interpret, process and evaluate effectively written work instructions and procedures written in English. Must have basic computer skills and ability to competently use computer and other tools in conjunction with the performance of the essential functions and other assigned job duties.
3. Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills including ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced work environment while maintaining a calm, rational and respectful demeanor and communication style in times of stress occasioned by work demands, tight timelines, heavy productivity expectations, unexpected quality control issues, and other work-related issues or concerns that may cause a heightened level of anxiety, frustration, anger, disappointment, confusion, etc.
4. Enthusiastic adoption and consistent demonstration of Warn Industries’ Core Values: Commitment, Customer Focus, Execution, Integrity, Leadership, Teamwork, Fun
5. Basic technical, trouble-shooting, problem solving, research, organizational and analytical skills, combined with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet established deadlines. Ability to multitask is also essential while remaining flexible with changing priorities and deadlines.
6. Well-reasoned decision making with a high attention to detail regarding organization, planning, work flow and project prioritization to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.
7. Highly ethical, self-motivated individual with ability to work independently and/or with limited direction, as well as cooperatively in a team environment, while consistently demonstrating collaborative, respectful and productive work habits.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Receive, understand, evaluate and appropriately respond to communications from employees, members of management, customers, vendors, and visitors using available technology, in person and in a public setting when necessary.
2. Work for extended periods of time in a moving or stationary position in conjunction with completing required job tasks. Must be able to climb on and off a forklift and other equipment frequently as required to perform job duties.
3. Maintain professional and respectful communication style to ensure reactions and responses to both emergency and non-emergency situations serve as an example to others of appropriate workplace communications.
4. Provide intellectually sound and well-reasoned answers, recommendations and solutions to identified business problems, issues and/or questions. Efficiently and quickly analyze, process, manipulate, and accurately record extensive amounts of data (some of which is technical in nature) and other information that serves as the basis for this position.
5. Move to, from and within the designated work area frequently and consistently throughout the work day and regularly throughout our building and/or across Warn-related property site locations, possibly during inclement weather.
6. Use a personal computer or other technology devices frequently and consistently for the purpose of reviewing, analyzing, creating, transmitting, and presenting documents, data and other business-related information.
7. Lift, transport and/or move up to 50 pounds solo and 150 pounds with assistance, frequently each day in the performance of regular duties. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing and descending a stepladder may also be required.

Environment/Atmospheric Conditions:

The work environment conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. This position’s job duties are performed generally in a shop or warehouse type environment. Team members in this position may be exposed to loud noises from equipment and machinery, cold or hot temperatures, chemicals and vapors, and possibly injury associated with work involving lifting heavy items and operating equipment and/or others doing so. The team member may also occasionally be required to work in an office environment with traditional office lighting and office furniture, as well as consistent and frequent noise, interruptions and other similar distractions.

Machines, Tools Equipment, Software:

Sit down forklift, stand up forklift, computer including JDE, MSOffice and other warehouse specific equipment

The characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is intended to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be required for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar positions and additional duties may be assigned.

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