Warehouse Associate

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Warehouse Associate in Hagerstown, MD in support of our North American Vehicles projects, who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic.

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain warehouse areas and workspaces tidy and free of hazards, before, during and after activities are performed .

• Complete of work instructions effectively within the assigned time frames .

• Report any receiving/picking/kiting/delivery discrepancies in a timely manner .

• Handle production materials with extreme caution and efficiently.

• Control efficiently inventory levels.

• Actively participate in inventory cycle, mid-term and yearly counting and reconciliation processes .

• Safely & proficiently operate heavy machinery: sit down forklifts, reach truck, stock picker, rider and pallet jacks.

• Update and control all assigned processes related documentation.

• Provides support to production/manufacturing operations when required .

• Adhere to all company policies & procedures.

• Provides potential solutions for daily problems.

• Participates in department continuous improvement activities.

• Participates in on-going training and orientations provided by the company.

• Perform additional duties as needed.

• Promotes a safe work environment.

• Basic math skills (Addition, Subtraction, multiplication and division)

• Able to read and write in English and Spanish.
  

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Fully Bilingual (English/Spanish).

• Current and valid OSHA forklift operation certificate (A Plus).

• Able to work occasional Saturdays, holidays and evenings.

• 1-3 years of experience in warehouse and material handling operations.

• Strong oral and written communications

• Experience working with Windows based computers .

• Basic MS Excel skills (required).

• Experience operating heavy machinery: forklifts, reach truck, stock picker, rider jack (Required)

• Inventory/MRP SAP experience (preferred).

• Experience in receiving, picking and shipping activities.

• Experience working with production list of materials.

• Strong organizational skills (5’S experience preferred) .

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to carefully follow instructions.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines .

• Punctual with reliable transportation.

• Problem resolution skills.

• Ability to work as part of a team.

Education:

• High School Diploma / GED required .

Benefits:

Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

“In accordance with the DOT’s FRA and FTA programs, Hitachi’s substance screening program tests pre-employment candidates and current employees, as required for safety-sensitive positions.”

The salary range for this position is $21 to $32 per hour. Final pay is determined by the candidate’s experience, skillset and ability level, internal equity and location.

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