Warehouse Associate Manufacturing I

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers.

Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products.

In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions.

The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.

We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities.

Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live.

How will you power what’s possible?

Location : Jacksonville

Shift : 10A-6P

Pay Rate : $17.68 $19.24

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW :

The Warehouse Associate Manufacturing is an entry level role that will be responsible for transporting material by operating mobile equipment to insure production flow.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS :

High school diploma or equivalent

Must read, write, and speak English; Bilingual in Spanish is a plus

Must be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods of time

Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs

Must be able to follow instructions

PRIMARY JOB TASKS :

Must be a Southwire certified lift driver

Transport specified material to and from machines

Load and unload material from trucks

Stack and unstack reels to and from metal racks with forklift

Maintain adequate level of fluids and perform minor maintenance of forklift

Perform all other duties as assigned

CROSS TRAINING :

Will be required to cross-train on equipment within your identified workgroup at your facility

Once trained in more complex jobs, may be required to fill the position in the event of absence or vacancy

Will be required to rotate on a set frequency within your workgroup to maintain skill proficiency

QUALITY :

Do not release products until all quality checks have been passed

Perform quality checks, as outlined in the process procedures for the machine, and minor maintenance when necessary

Immediately report quality issues to the supervisor or quality manager

Use the company’s ISO Quality System documentation to help guide all daily quality activities

SAFETY :

Working safely is a condition of employment

Responsible to observe Southwire safety rules and maintain good housekeeping

Follow all safety procedures and rules

Properly wear all required PPE

Review and know all Job Hazard Analyses for proper job sequence and hazards associated with the jobs assigned to do

Review and know all Safety Data Sheets for the jobs assigned to do

Maintain all work areas to 5S standards

Perform pre-operation safety inspection and hazard analysis

Follow all company environmental rules / procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact

PHYSICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS :

Must be able to work in hot and cold environments normally found in a prefabricated building without climate-control

Physical activity associated with daily performance of this job include : balance, climbing, fingering, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, standing, stooping, walking and sitting

Benefits We Offer :

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave

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Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.