Warehouse Lead

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), is the second-largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. Westlake Pipe & Fittings 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.

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 (2%), Life & AD&D
• Paid Vacation
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Opportunity for Advancement

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. The base pay for this position is $26.90. This rate is based on relevant market data in our lowest and highest geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience and skillset. Westlake is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, sign on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package (also to include a full range of medical and other benefits).

Summary: Responsible for supporting the Warehouse Superintendent and executing normal warehouse operations including order pulling, replenishment, staging, shipping/receiving, and inventory control in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Pick and pack orders timely; review work at end of day to ensure completion.
• Receive and count stock items and record data in computer.
• Examine and inspect stock for defects as necessary.
• Support and execute inventory control processes.
• Support basic ERP troubleshooting with both handheld scanners and computer (Microsoft AX).
• Support maintaining facilities and equipment (using outside expertise).
• General housekeeping.
• Manage facility and activities when supervisor/manager is off-site.
• Comfortable with change and continually strive to improve.
• Exercise leadership in organizing the efforts of the warehouse to effectively focus on the achievement of objectives.
• Conduct cycle counts and annual physical inventories and strive to maintain ongoing finished goods accuracy.
• Perform audits and ensure all quality, safety, and environmental standards are fulfilled.
• Other duties may be assigned by supervisor/manager.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Hourly employees/temporary employees

Qualifications: 3+ Years experience in warehousing or manufacturing for a high-volume multi-product manufacture

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Exposure to ERP systems requiring handheld picking.
• Experience driving PIV equipment (LPG sit-downs, reach lifts, pallet riders).

Language Skills: Proficient in English. Intermediate ability to read and interpret text.

Math & Technology:

• Basic math skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft AX preferred).
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel).

Reasoning Ability:

• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual must be able to walk or stand for extended periods of time, spend extended periods of time with computer keyboard & screen, maneuver and work in tight, confined, or hard to reach places. Rarely, be available to work irregular and/or extended hours on short notice and travel alone. Lift and move up to 60 pounds periodically.

Work Environment: The work environment 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 individual will have 5% office and 95% warehouse exposure and will be exposed to heat, cold, noise, and dust.