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WAREHOUSE SPECIALISTROLE OVERVIEWWarehouse Specialists assist various Assembly department functions and are an important part of the team's success. They handle inventory organization and control, shipping and receiving, and assembly of kits. This is a great position for someone who likes to be involved in a variety of activities and has an interest in mechanical or electrical machine assembly. The Warehouse Specialist position supports Kwik Lok production activities through the manufacture of Kwik Lok closures with a focus on continuing improvement of quality, food safety, and manufacturing processes.POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND RESULTSInventory:Picking and filling parts from stockCycle countingInventory control, stocking, rotations, and movementsMaintain inventory of packaging materialShipping:Fulfilling sales and transfer orders and verifying accuracy of itemsBuild packaging boxes, pallets, and cratesOperate forklift to bring pallets down from upper racksCreating freight and parcel shipping quotesPreparing shipping documents (BOLs, customs documentation)Tracking and receiving shipments using NetSuiteUse NetSuite to investigate inventory shortages and log updatesResponding to issues regarding domestic and international shipmentsAssist with shipping department coverage when neededOther Duties:Pull parts3-D printingAssembly of small kitsMail runsCommunication between departmentsDaily housekeeping of work areasREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS1 year of experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environmentInterest in mechanical and electrical machinesAbility to use Microsoft Office software and other ERP software, experience with NetSuite a plusPreferred: Forklift operation certificationMust be able to pass pre-employment drug and background screeningsMust be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorshipKEY SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTESReliable and attentive when completing workSelf-motivated and able to work independently in a safe and productive mannerClear speaking and attentive listening skillsOrganizational and time management skillsMotivated to train and learnInnovative thinker who seeks continuous improvement for products and processesALL THE DETAILS…Pay scale: $18.00 – $22.00 per hourInsurance Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Life and Disability Insurance plans (60 day waiting period)Retirement Benefits: 401K Plan with company match (90 day waiting period - restrictions apply)Paid Time Off: (90 day waiting period, prorated for first year)Vacation: 120 hours a year, with increases based on years of serviceHolidays: 70 hours a year (8.5 days): 1 Floating Holiday, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the Friday following, half day on Christmas Eve, and Christmas DaySick Leave: 40 hours a year, accrued at 1 hour per 40 hours worked for hourly employees, salary employees prorated for first yearOther Compensation: Employees may be eligible for annual performance bonusesSchedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pmLocation: Yakima, WashingtonWork environment: Occasionally bends, squats, reaches, kneels, and may lift up to 40 lbs. on occasion. Constantly seeing, hearing, talking. Noise level in office environment 10dB, 85-95 dB in production environment.To learn more about Kwik Lok, visit www.kwiklok.com ( Lok is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. We value a diverse workforce and provide equal opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, or status as a veteran. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, or participate in the application and interview process.To view labor compliance information, click here (