Warehouse Associate

About Us:

Founded in 1966, Niterra North America, Inc. (formerly NGK Spark Plugs) is a global leader in spark plug and oxygen sensor design, driven by technology, innovation, and world-class quality. Today, that tradition continues as we transform our organization’s portfolio, expand our core ceramic technologies, explore capabilities beyond traditional areas, and challenge ourselves to develop solutions and services that leverage technology to address social issues while contributing to a sustainable society.

Summary:

The Warehouse Associate supports warehouse operations, including shipping finished goods, inspecting products and materials for quality, and managing inventory in SAP. This second-shift role (Monday-Friday, 2:00 PM-10:00 PM) requires working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy, meeting customer requirements, and adhering to quality, safety, and company standards.

Classification: Hourly

Work Model: Onsite

Responsibilities:

• Perform shipping functions for finished goods and miscellaneous items using the SAP inventory management system.
• Report inventory discrepancies or shortages promptly to the appropriate personnel.
• Start up and shut down equipment and machinery, and adjust settings as required.
• Inspect products and materials to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve SAP-related issues.
• Meet customer requirements satisfactorily.
• Promptly notify the Team Leader of any abnormalities in product or machinery.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace in accordance with 5S standards.
• Complete other duties as assigned by management or the Team Leader.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures as applicable.

Qualifications:

• Proven problem identification and resolution skills.
• Strong organizational, planning, and administrative skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Solid recordkeeping abilities.
• Sound time management skills.
• Professional and discreet, with the ability to maintain confidentiality in high-pressure situations.
• Adaptable to changing needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible to work overtime, often on short notice, and to adapt to shift work.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Vocational or technical certification preferred.
• Previous inventory experience preferred.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

This role requires lifting up to 50 lbs. (51-75 lbs. with assistance), standing or sitting for long periods, performing repetitive motions, wearing safety shoes and hi-vis, and working around normal warehouse hazards.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Financial Security: Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match of up to 6%.
• Time Off: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• And much more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Niterra is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Staffing Firms:

Niterra does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or other payments related to unsolicited resumes or CVs, except as required by a written contract between Niterra and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee.

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