Pella Corporation, located in Pella, Iowa, is looking for individuals interested in joining our Warehouse Operations team on 3rd shift.
Be part of a winning team that emphasizes professional growth and development. A window of opportunity is open for individuals seeking meaningful careers with a strong, people-focused company headquartered in the nation's heartland: Pella, Iowa!
At Pella, we're all about building great windows and doors, strong customer relationships, and the rewarding career you've always wanted. Pella Corporation is proud to be a privately held, professionally managed company.
Our team members are able to grow from cross-functional experiences, an abundance of development opportunities apply themselves in individual contributor roles or lead areas of the organization. We know you will find the right opportunity with Pella!
Benefits:
Automatic wage increase after 90 days Shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift Annual Service Bonus Vacation – Earn 2 hours per week, which equate to 104 hour annually Sick Pay – Provided with paid sick leave in accordance with the Company’s policies and applicable law
SUMMARY OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS:
Ø The Logistics Operator works as part of a team operating powered industrial vehicles to pick-up and distribute parts and fenestration product. In addition, he/she will be responsible for line locating and inbound trailer unloading activities. The team member’s assigned team and task will vary based on business necessity.
Ø The Senior Warehouse Operator works as part of a team operating powered industrial vehicles to pick-up and distribute parts and fenestration product. The Warehouse Senior Operator's assigned team and task will vary based on business necessity.
PELLA CORPORATION REQUIREMENTS:
· Pass drug screen
· Pass pre-work ability screen
· High school diploma or equivalency
· Pass pre-employment tests
· Work in a team environment with the ability to communicate in a concise, polite and respectful manner
ENVIRONMENT:
· Noise level requires hearing protection in designated areas
· Seasonal high temperatures and humidity
· Heavy lifting required
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Comply with safety, quality, and production requirements and procedures
· Regular/dependable attendance required
· Flexibility of work hours including overtime
· Able to work with and around moving equipment
· Must maintain a PIV license.
· Must be able to unload inbound freight and accurately locate product in the warehouse
· Responsible for accurate and efficient loading of outbound trailers
· Operate a hand-held wireless computer terminal
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Ability to rotate to other positions as needed
· Other duties may be assigned
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
· Manufacturing experience is preferred
· Job specific experience is preferred
SKILLS AND TALENTS:
· Able to work with minimal supervision
· Excellent written and oral communication
· Decision making/problem solving skills
· Time Management
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
· Lift up to 100 lbs. at waist level and up to 70 lbs. at shoulder level up to an occasional basis when moving products
· Push or pull with up to 100 lbs. of force up to an occasional basis when moving products
· Generate up to 90 lbs. of grip strength up to an occasional basis with each hand while handling products
· Generate up to 15 lbs. of pinch strength up to an occasional basis with each hand while handling products
· Display average coordination with both hands up to a continuous basis while performing job tasks
· Perform elevated work up to an occasional basis when handling products
· Stoop, kneel or squat up to an occasional basis when handling products
· Reach forward and to the side up to a frequent basis when handling products
· Stand up to a continuous basis and walk up to a frequent basis during the course of each shift
· Able to perform repetitive tasks up to 12 hours per day