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Westlake Management Services, Inc. Pipe Yard Forklift Operator / Order Picker - $24.25 per hour (Fredrickson, WA) in Tacoma, Washington
Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate. About Westlake Pipe and Fittings Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division (NYSE:WLK), is one of the largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the company supplies gasketed, solvent weld and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa-Lok spline-lock technology and product systems that are focused on building A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at WestlakePipe.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook. SO WHY WESTLAKE PIPE & FITTINGS? We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive culture that empowers and encourages our associates to succeed through individual achievement and teamwork. A career at Westlake Pipe & Fittings, is enriched with an innovative spirit, high work ethic, and rewarding experiences. We foster a culture that supports professional development, personal growth, and opportunities for advancement. COMPETITIVE PAY & BENEFITS Benefits Effective Day 1 Med, Den, Vision, 401k (4% match), Annual Retirement Contribution (3%), Life & AD&D Paid Vacation Tuition Assistance Program Fitness Reimbursement Program Opportunity for Advancement SUMMARY Responsible for accurate receiving, storing, preparing and shipping orders of product. Knowledge of yard layout, products, and forklift operation is essential. Development of skills for assessing load parameters allowing the safe, accurate, and efficient placement of finished product on flatbed trailers to ensure maximum loading, while maintaining stable transport properties is also required. Knows their responsibility in a contingency plan or crisis situation. Must be able to work the shift pattern as outlined by distribution needs. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES May include, but are not limited to, the following: Inbound Freight: Count all products, compare to manifest and check all shipments for damage, infestation and production code dates and sign for inbound shipment when necessary Report shortages, damages and mis-shipments on appropriate forms Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations Storage: Maximize space usage and safely put away items into yard and onto racks Keep yard clean and clear of debris Order Picking: Ensure correct number and type of product is picked Transport orders to shipping locations or delivery platforms with material handling equipment Stencil, tag, label, or mark orders as required Outbound Freight: Compare quantity, labeling and address with order to ensure shipments are complete and correct Efficiently move product into or onto outbound delivery vehicles and accept signatures for outbound as necessary Ensure that shipments contain no damaged or sub-standard product and no improperly assembled units, including identification of sun faded products Facility/Equipment: Maintain equipment and assigned areas in a neat, clean and orderly fashion Operate equipment, handheld computers, and power tools safely and efficiently Accountable for performing daily inspections and maintenance checks on equipment Comply with all local, OSHA or Expeditors' standards Inventory: Maintain inventory organization and storage integrity in preparation for shipment Keep accurate records and reports. Assist in physical inventories and cycle counts Ensure pro