Forklift Operator/ Inventory Coordinator

LDJ Manufacturing Incorporated -
Pella, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
1 day ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee stock ownership plan
Life insurance

Qualifications

Lifting equipment
Basic math
Forklift
High school diploma or GED
Material handling equipment operation

Full Job Description

LDJ Manufacturing is home to the Thunder Creek Equipment brand of premium diesel fuel and service trailers and trucks. We are an industry leader known for our uncompromising quality and reliability. LDJ is an employee-owned company, with strong Midwest roots and values, and a passion to develop, manufacture, and market innovative solutions that provide value to our customers in the agriculture, construction, fuel distribution, transportation, and commercial industries.

Reporting to the Weld Manager, the Inventory Coordinator is responsible for organization of parts being delivered from the Metal Fabrication department, the daily tracking of parts and executing the delivery of parts to the Weld department in a JIT manner. This position is also responsible for production inventory transactions and maintaining inventory accuracy through the cycle count process.

Responsibilities

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Exhibit LDJ's core values and culture in all aspects of the job.
Operating a forklift safely for multiple hours per day.
Receiving structural material and laser parts into weld department, verifying accuracy, quality, and sorting into build kits when needed.
Delivery of parts to the weld cells to create a seamless transition for the weld operator to move from one weldment to another with minimal down time, and the transfer of parts between cells and departments.
Point-of-Use (Delivery).
Cell Locations (Stocking).
Responsible for keeping the weld department neat and organized, pallets organized and stacked, dunnage removed, aisle ways clear.
Responsible for the Kanban Cards and following the Process in designated weld areas.
Performs and audits production transactions in weld department.
Performs and audits all cycle counts in weld areas.
Proficient in organization and being proactive.
Accountable for inventory accuracy of parts in weld department.
Responsible for all materials in Weld department.
Responsible to use FIFO material handling. (First in First Out)
Assist paint line hanging parts when necessary.
Performs additional related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Proficient in using a computer and data-based systems preferred.
Must be able to obtain a fork truck license and operate all fork trucks within the plant.
Must be capable of working independently.
Must be capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient in math skills.
Attention to detail.
Heavy exposure to the plant floor. Physical demands include heavy lifting (50lbs.), bending, and long periods of standing. Must be able to manipulate equipment used in performance of tasks.
Proficient in oral and written communication skills.
Positive attitude.

Education & Experience:

High school diploma or GED.
2-5 years’ experience in an inventory control or process flow of a manufacturing environment preferred.

Travel:

This position does not require any travel

Physical Requirements:

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear. The employee is often required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 15 pounds without restrictions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

Full-Time Position
PTO
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Flex Spending Plan
Health Savings Account
Supplemental Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
ESOP
401(k) w/match

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Applicants should complete the form below. Resumes and applications can be sent or emailed to:

LDJ Manufacturing, Inc.
1833 Highway 163
Pella, IA 50219

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