Warehouse Associate

This position is responsible for processing outbound and receiving inbound goods to fulfill customer orders within an industrial gypsum

production environment through manual labor and the use of heavy capacity forklifts, track radios and other mobile equipment to load and

unload product on multiple modes of transport including trucks and railcars.

Responsibilities

Material handling: Operate forklifts and other machinery to move, stack, and transport materials within the warehouse. Safely operates mobile equipment and tools to transport wallboard according to quality and specification standards. Performs daily forklift and equipment inspections; communicating any issues to team Lead and perform refueling, as needed. Properly places 8lbs of dunnage (gypsum spacers between units of wallboard) onto trailers and railcars to standards, properly places dunnage in warehouse bays for placement of stacks of wallboard and resupplies dunnage as needed in the warehouse. Assists with troubleshooting responses to problems or breakdowns in the warehouse and as required. Reports directly to the Customer Service supervisor and participates in meetings as required.

Loading and unloading: Loads and unloads trailers and containers accurately, including the proper staging and sorting of products. Performs poly-bagging, loading and unloading of trucks and railcars, secures rail cars, and forklift driving/duties as required.

Inventory management: Maintain accurate inventory records by counting, scanning, and documenting goods. Help organize and secure materials in designated storage areas. Occasionally works at heights. Assists with projects and administrative paperwork including recording and entering data into established systems, monthly Safety Management Audit Tool (SMAT), inventory tracking, injury and damage reports and World Class Manufacturing (WCM) work area improvement projects. Processes outbound orders and customer shipments via administrative functions including documentation through enterprise resource planning systems (SAP and internal programs)

Order fulfillment: Pick and prepare orders for shipment by gathering, sorting and loading products. Performs quality inspections per the quality control plan and escalates issues to Lead and supervisor if encountered. Ensures order accuracy at the time of loading, maintains accuracy of wallboard counts making sure all products are of good quality and ensures culled boards are accounted for according to systems and procedures.

Housekeeping standards: Ensures workspace is clean, safe and in working order within assigned areas including but not limited to; sweeping floors, organizing tools and equipment, painting, emptying trash cans, etc. Operates mobile floor sweeper and scrubber to ensure warehouse bays, drive paths and loading areas are routinely cleaned.

Performs other related duties that contribute to the success of the operation as assigned
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Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1 or more years working within a shipping/receiving warehouse environment
• Forklift experience and or ability to gain qualification within the training period

License/Certifications

• Forklift Certification

Other Knowledge and Ability

• Properly communicate with team using mobile radios
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures
• Champions a safety-first environment keeps up to date on new safety policies, procedures and initiatives
• Maintains work area in a professional manner
• Provides assistance to other team members as needed
• Provides ideas to further the growth of the department

A little more about us

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Works in a manufacturing plant environment with limited HVAC, concrete floors, and exposure to industrial noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature changes.
• Normal plant operation is 24 hours, 7 days a week and work hours may vary depending on business needs.
• May require long hours, and weekend and holiday work. May require travel by air and rental cars.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be capable of wearing personal protective equipment necessary to comply with government and company safety standards whenever engineered methods of reducing hazards or physical requirements cannot be reasonably accommodated
• Perform tasks that require extensive and rigorous walking, bending, twisting, pushing and pulling, gripping, stair, and ladder climbing, entering confined spaces, navigating rough terrain, and occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs.
• May require long periods of sitting, walking, standing, working on a computer, or engaging in a telephone conversation

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.
Benefits in joining us

Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the pay rate for this position which is $29.40 per hour. In addition to the hourly base pay rate, this position is eligible for periodic bonus payments/an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount can be up to TARGET BONUS% of hourly rate based on company and individual performance measures. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Additional Pay Incentives for This Role Includes:

• Shift Differentials (dependent on shift)
• Standard Overtime (Hourly Rate * 1.5)

Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs. (Edited for Seattle union hourly roles)

• Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave based on WA state Paid FMLA
• 11 paid Holidays per year
• Hours based vacation: 1 week vacation after six months; 2 weeks after 2 years; 3 weeks after 5 years
• Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and

Accident Insurance

• Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

• Commuter Benefits
• Group Legal
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child and Elder Care
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
• Volunteer Day
• Tools Allowance
• Company-issued steel-toe shoes and safety glasses