At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.
Consider applying here, if you want to:
- Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
- Develop lasting relationships with great people.
- Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.
Warehouse Associate II
The team member in this position is responsible for the quality and efficiency of the trailer loading/unloading to include the pallet handling process. The team member will operate a forklift or work with the LGV (Laser Guided Vehicle) and handling system. This includes checking outbound trailers prior to loading, monitoring all LGV activity in the warehouse, following SOPs to maintain inventory accuracy, prepping loads for cross country shipments and customer requirements, while maintaining a clean, and safe work environment.
Essential Functions
LGV sites
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Receive and process all inbound orders into the Warehouse Management System (WMS), including raw materials, pallets, ingredients, and internal transfers.
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Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidelines for receiving, including compliance with regulatory and safety requirements.
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Process Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMA) efficiently and accurately.
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Validate new SKU's in the WMS to ensure proper storage and handling by the LGVs (Laser Guided Vehicles).
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Clear blocked locations in WMS to ensure smooth operations.
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Coordinate with CSO (Central Shipping Office) to ensure smooth flow of shipments in and out of the warehouse as per schedule.
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Compile records by SKU, quantities, sub-inventories, and validate Oracle EBS, and WMS inventories against physical counts to investigate and adjust errors. Report reasons for discrepancies.
Non-LGV
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Receive and process all inbound orders into the Warehouse Management System (WMS), including raw materials, pallets, ingredients, and internal transfers.
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Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidelines for receiving, including compliance with regulatory and safety requirements.
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Process Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMA) efficiently and accurately.
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Coordinate with CSO (Central Shipping Office) to ensure smooth flow of shipments in and out of the warehouse as per schedule.
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Compile records by SKU, quantities, sub-inventories, and validate Oracle EBS, and WMS inventories against physical counts to investigate and adjust errors. Report reasons for discrepancies
Routine Tasks
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Rebuilds damaged pallets prior to restock
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Consolidates finished goods storage for maximum storage capabilities
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Identifies, reports and observes quality issues with finished goods and RMS
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Corrects product spills
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Manually pulls pallets from production as needed
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Supplies production with non-inventory items (glue, bags, labels etc.)
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Clears up blocked locations in WMS
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Will be required to operate a forklift when needed and unloads finished goods and raw material deliveries.
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Facilitates the flow of information between logistics, production and sales to ensure timely and accurate service to customer base
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Tests and monitors resin and spring water
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Coordinates preload activities including inspecting trailers to ensure all loads are completed on time
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Provides correct loading document/bills of lading and truck seals upon leaving the facility as needed
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Maintains appropriate records and reports required for daily shipping and inventory control
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Involvement in continued process improvement and cost reduction
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Maintains a clean, orderly and safe warehouse
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Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this job
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Answers/makes phone calls using proper phone etiquette
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Communicates with inside and outside contacts to ensure loading of trucks on time and troubleshoot any issues
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Coordinates with transportation and production/scheduling to ensure all shipments are flowing in and out of warehouse as scheduled
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Performs any task that is not deemed unreasonable or unsafe and is asked to be done by team member’s manager or supervisor
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Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.
Qualifications
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Minimum Qualifications:
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2 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
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2 Years – Experience in Position
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2 Years – Experience managing people/projects
*experience may include a combination of work experience and education
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Preferred Qualifications:
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4 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
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4 Years – Experience working in Position
- 4 Years – Experience managing people/projects
- experience may include a combination of work experience and education
Competencies
This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:
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Lead Like an Owner
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Makes safety the number one priority
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Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately
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Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals
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Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly
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Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively
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Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers
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InnovACT
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Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products
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Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances
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Increases performance through greater efficiency
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Find a Way
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Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts
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Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions
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Seeks solutions rather than placing blame
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Empowered to be Great
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Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities
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Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across
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Communicates effectively to manage expectations
Education
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Minimum Required:
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Preferred:
Certification/License:
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Preferred: N/A
Foreign Language
- Required: None Required
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Preferred: None Required
Typical Compensation Range
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
$23.52 - $31.16 / Hourly
Benefits
Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:
Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.
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Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
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Paid parental and caregiver leaves
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Medical, including virtual care options
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Dental
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Vision
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401(k) with company match
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Health Savings Account with company match
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Flexible Spending Accounts
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Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members
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Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements
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Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan
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Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
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Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities
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And more!
https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits
* *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.
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Niagara Plant Name
STOCKTON 4