Manager, Warehouse

BUILT TO CONNECT

At Astec, Peterson Pacific Corp., we believe in the power of connection and the importance of building long-lasting relationships with our employees, customers and the communities we call home. With a team more than 4,000 strong, our employees are our #1 advantage. We invest in skills training and provide opportunities for career development to help you grow along with the business. We offer programs that support physical safety, as well as benefits and resources to enhance total health and wellbeing, so you can be your best at work and at home.

Our equipment is used to build the roads and infrastructure that connects us to each other and to the goods and services we use. We are an industry leader known for delivering innovative solutions that create value for our customers. As our industry evolves, we are using new technology and data like never before.

We’re looking for creative problem solvers to build the future with us. Connect with us today and build your career at Astec.

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ABOUT THE POSITION

Manage the day-to-day operations of workers who confirm and record the receipt of shipments, prepare items for shipping, and load and unload trucks.

Deliverables & Responsibilities

• Manages day to day operations of the warehouse.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures governing the receipt, storage, and distribution of materials, equipment, and/or supplies.
• Supports the organization's supply chain strategy through maintenance of appropriate inventory levels and timely distribution of goods.
• Tracks inventory by performing physical counts and verifying information against warehousing systems.
• Communicates job expectations and coaches’ warehouse employees.
• Determines staffing levels and hours.
• Verifies warehouse labor hours weekly. Approves warehouse employee vacation requests. Submits approved labor hours to payroll.
• Arranges appropriate shipping methods for all orders from the parts sales department.
• Identify areas of improvement in the warehouse
• Works with other departments to ensure timely receipt of parts needed for shipping.
• Prepares bills of lading for shipments, ensures accuracy of items being shipped.
• Works with Jerome Ave to get paperwork required for foreign shipments.
• Traces lost shipments, initiates proof of delivery documents.
• Files claims for lost or damaged freight.
• Processes received purchase orders in ERP.
• Researches any discrepancies between what has been received and what is on Astec’s purchase order.
• Maintains and improves the label program for purchased parts being issued to the production area.
• Maintain a basic cycle count program for the purchased parts warehouse.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies.
• Occasionally lead or participate in groups to improve site KPIs.
• Take a leading role in our initiative to ship to customers within 24 hours of receiving an order.
• Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Enforce and adhere to Astec safety rules and regulations.

To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:

• BS degree in logistics, supply chain management or business administration or equivalent experience or knowledge.
• 6 years of experience required.
• Experience operating forklift and loading/unloading trucks preferred.
• Computer experience required, particularly the ability to use a mouse and locate and open/close program files. Must have knowledge of Epicor ERP system and Microsoft Office Suite. Must be dependable, dedicated to getting the job done correctly, and use time wisely.
• Adept at problem-solving. Anticipates problems before they occur. Implements corrective actions. Adaptable to new situations. Open to changes and new ideas.
• Ability to satisfactorily work alone and willingness to work with others respectfully and professionally in a team environment, with reasonable instructions, training and supervision.
• Ability to communicate, express needs, and ask questions.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.

Supervisor and Leadership Expectations

Supervise Warehouse personnel.

Our Culture and Values

Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.

• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
• Respect for all individuals
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
• Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

Travel Requirements: % of travel, regional, international

NOTE: This position responsible for certain internal control responsibilities. These internal control responsibilities are verbally communicated to the incumbent and periodic feedback is provided as it relates to the performance of these internal control responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Manufacturing Environment

Shop manufacturing environment exposures include exposure to moving mechanical parts, machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, motorized vehicles, welding and machining operations, outside weather conditions and exposure to the risk of electric shock. The employee may occasionally be exposed to varying levels of dirt, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, very warm and/or very chilly temperatures. The noise level in the shop can be very loud at times consistent with an industrial assembly facility and may require hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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