Warehouse Operator - Austin, United States - Kompan

Description

KOMPAN US is looking for a _
Warehouse Operator _to organize and monitor the receiving, storage, and distribution of all items received, ensuring a smooth and consistent operation.

This position will utilize stand-up and sit-down forklifts to unload and organize materials obtained, overseeing the movement of materials efficiently, effectively, and safely.

Who We Are

For over 50 years, KOMPAN has researched, designed, and built innovative and imaginative commercial playground equipment and outdoor fitness sites that captivate all ages and abilities.

In collaboration with our global headquarters in Denmark, KOMPAN designs, manufactures, and installs more than 1,000 sites across 90 different countries monthly.

Our North American office in Austin, Texas, supports field sales around the U.S. and Canada.

At KOMPAN, we take pride in our commitment to the global environment.

We exceed sustainability efforts and make it possible to lower carbon emissions by utilizing recycled ocean waste, consumer-recycled plastics, and têxtile waste to create playgrounds that are born green or made green.

What You'll Do

• Use forklifts to unload and organize materials, monitoring and managing the unloading of all materials into the receiving department.
• Ensure materials are staged for counting and inspection and accurately reporting materials received.
• Meet warehouse operational and organizational standards and identify warehouse system improvements.
• Coordinate container management and acceptance with internal and external partnerships.
• Move inventory by scheduling materials to be moved to and from the warehouse by coordinating inventory transfers with related departments.
• Maintain storage area by organizing floor space, adhering to storage design principles, damage control, and recommending improvements.
• Maintain warehouse inventory by conducting monthly physical counts and reconciling variances.
• Keep equipment operational by enforcing operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, implementing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs as necessary.
• Oversee supplying materials to fabrication and stages material for assembly and subassembly.
• Ensure materials are correctly stored to conserve space and comply with safety procedures. Operate standup and sitdown forklifts under, over, and around loaded pallets, skids, boxed products, and other materials.
• Operate banding machines and other handheld tools.

What You'll Need

• High School Diploma or GED, with 5+ years of experience in a warehouse setting
• 5+ years of experience with shipping, receiving domestic and international shipments (containers)
• OSHA Forklift Operator certificate
• Intermediate computer skills
• Ability to read and understand warehouse SOPs
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot mechanical problems with warehouse machinery and perform essential maintenance as permitted
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently
• Understanding of picking and shipping documents, i.e., bills of lading
• Ability to lift/move 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, climb, stoop, kneel, and crouch frequently

Perks and Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans
• Employerpaid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Competitive PTO and robust holiday schedule
• Company issued composite safety boots as needed
• KOMPAN is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business needs._

Pay:
$ $20.67 per hour


Expected hours:
No less than 40 per week


Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Forklift Certification (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Austin, TX required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Austin, TX 78753: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person