Vigor, LLC is Hiring a Warehouse Associate 4 Near Ketchikan, AK

Vigor Values

Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.

Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truthResponsibility: We act on what we know is rightEvolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing worldLove: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: (This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job’s overall responsibilities) 

• Ability to collect, review, and verify all shipping and receiving documentation for Contractor (CFM), Government (GFM) Owner furnished (OFM), and subcontractor materials. 
• Ability/knowledge to inspect shipment for damage. 
• Ability to verify quantities and descriptions of materials and P.O. #’s compared to packing lists. 
• Report and resolve discrepancies for all customers. 
• Knowledge of documentation and storage for all customers and subcontractors 
• Maintains monitors and controls inventory of all parts, supplies and tools stocked in the Stores Warehouse & Main Tool Room. 
• Issues all the same accurately to projects and processes into the TOFINO data base using barcode scanners and computer work station. 
• Stocks, maintains and issues safety equipment as company safety policy and OSHA regulations dictate. 
• Ensures all tools issued are in good, safe working condition and repairs or has tools repaired as needed. 
• Ensures all power tools are identified and permanently marked, also logged for tracking any warranty issues. 
• Ability to legally drive to off-site locations to deliver or retrieve repair equipment & supplies using van, pickup and flatbed trucks. 
• Must be able to secure all loads for safe transportation. 
• Ability to perform periodic inventories and comply with inventory audits. 
• Ability to do all requests for purchase through the IFS computer system. 
• Must work professionally with all customers, vendors, sub-contractors and compliance organizations. 
• Must follow guidelines as required by company policy, OSHA regulations and immediate supervision. 
• Understand, promote and adhere to a Safety First culture by following safety guidelines and requirements at all times, understanding and properly utilizing the appropriate personal protective equipment for each situation. 
•  Receive material and load from truck using industrial equipment, check material in including data entry of receipts. Insure that material is properly marked and logged. 
• Accurate and detailed tracking of issued materials. 
• Consistently meet individual daily goals as set by managers, supervisors and designated lead employees. 
• Keep warehouse and areas organized and clean; organize different types of parts/machinery into kits. 
• Always look for ways to improve operations and organize for efficiency. 

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:

• Attend training classes to include but not limited to Competent Person in Fall Protection Inspection and Certification & forklift training up to 360.and other training as deemed necessary. 
• Load and unload supplies to and from trucks, carts, pallets, and storage shelves. 
• Distribute materials to specific craft, vessels, or area of shipyard where needed. 
• Package, shrink-wrap, and band freight onto crates, pallets, and cartons. 
• Stack materials on and off pallets and shelves. 

JOB SCOPE: 

This position routinely works with minimal supervision which requires the individual to be a motivated self-starter focused on departmental tasks and functions. Must have the flexibility to work weekends and daily overtime as needed to support projects. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: 

This position does not normally carry supervisory responsibility. 

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS: 

This position works both independently and as part of a team. The ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with others within the team, in other parts of the organization, and within other closely aligned organizations is essential in this role. 

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Recognize and resolve unsafe working conditions. 
• Effectively communicate information and ideas in English both verbally and in writing without assistance or translation. 
• Demonstrate knowledge of industrial equipment to include forklifts and basic rigging. 
• Ability to become certified in the operations and control of equipment and systems, including Forklifts up to 360’s (15-ton ). 
• Must demonstrate a sharp attention to detail to eliminate errors. 
• Must always check equipment for deficiencies or malfunctions and reports problems to supervisor 
• Ability to keep entire yard organized and efficient for production process 
• Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written for constant interaction with all departments and employee levels and outside customers.
• Must have the analytical ability to research problem areas. 
• Must possess excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to use PC and software applications, such as MS Office, IFS and other database programs, to accurately input and manage data
• Ability to maintain accurate database information as relation to various government protocols required
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, work well independently, prioritize duties and follow through tasks to completion. 
• Must be able to handle competing priorities and deadlines effectively and respond well to last minute, high priority, and time sensitive projects. 
• Must be able to handle the pressure of constant interruptions. 
• Must be able to coordinate work with other departments to maintain efficiency. 
• Ability or operate a flatbed truck up to 26,000 lb capacity 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 

• High-school diploma, or equivalency certificate (GED) is required 
• A minimum of one (1) year experience using a forklift in a heavy manufacturing environment 
• Previous forklift certification preferred 
• Understanding of material handling and OSHA guidelines 
• Warehouse experience is preferred
• NAVSEA Material Control and US Navy ILS Experience a plus.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

•  Forklift Certifications up to 360’s 
•  Active Driver’s License with a clean driving record is required to operate company vehicles 
•  Class B Flatbed CDL preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a wide variety of environments including heights of 20 feet or more, small and/or confined spaces, and outdoors in all weather conditions. Will routinely bend, twist, kneel, walk, climb, and reach for 1-12 hours per day. Will sit, stand, and walk for 1-12 hours per day. The work environment is in an industrial setting which includes noise, fumes, dust and inclement weather. 

Must be able to lift and/or carry 1-75 lbs throughout the day. Must be able to push or pull up to 75 lbs throughout the day. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.