At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

　　Consider applying here, if you want to:

　　Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.

　　Develop lasting relationships with great people.

　　Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

　　We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

　　Warehouse Associate 1

　　The team member in this position checks trucks in and out using WMS and is responsible for the quality and efficiency of the trailer loading/unloading to include the pallet handling process. The team member will operate a forklift or work with the LGV (Laser Guided Vehicle) and handling system. This includes checking outbound trailers prior to loading, monitoring all LGV activity in the warehouse, following SOPs to maintain inventory accuracy, prepping loads for cross country shipments and customer requirements, while maintaining a clean, and safe work environment.

　　Essential Functions

　　Receives all inbound orders into WMS: spring water, resin, corrugated materials, film, labels, UPS deliveries, Federal Express deliveries, water transfer as needed

　　Rebuilds damaged pallets prior to restock

　　Processes RMA’s

　　Consolidates finished goods storage for maximum storage capabilities

　　Identifies, reports and observes quality issues with finished goods and RMS

　　Validates new SKU’s in WMS to ensure proper LGV storage and handling

　　Corrects LGV alarms

　　Monitors Loads

　　Unloads finished goods and raw material deliveries utilizing a forklift

　　Maintains pallet storage area; offloads pallets from trailers and stage for LGV’s to pick up

　　Corrects product spills

　　Manually pulls pallets from production as needed

　　Supplies production with non-inventory items (glue, bags, labels etc.)

　　Air Bag Loads

　　Clears up blocked locations in WMS

　　May be required to operate a forklift when needed

　　Facilitates the flow of information between logistics, production and sales to ensure timely and accurate service to customer base

　　Tests and monitors resin and spring water

　　Coordinates preload activities including inspecting trailers to ensure all loads are completed on time

　　Checks in trucks and communicates loading instructions to forklift drivers

　　Provides correct loading document/bills of lading and truck seals upon leaving the facility

　　Maintains appropriate records and reports required for daily shipping and inventory control

　　Involvement in continued process improvement and cost reduction

　　Maintains a clean, orderly and safe warehouse

　　Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this job

　　Answers/makes phone calls using proper phone etiquette

　　Communicates with inside and outside contacts to ensure loading of trucks on time and troubleshoot any issues

　　Coordinates with transportation and production/scheduling to ensure all shipments are flowing in and out of warehouse as scheduled

　　Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

　　Qualifications

　　Minimum Qualifications:

　　0 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment

　　0 Years – Experience in Position

　　0 Years – Experience managing people/projects

　　*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　2 Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment

　　2 Years – Experience working in Position

　　2 Years – Experience managing people/projects

　　*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

　　Competencies

　　This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

　　Lead Like an Owner

　　Makes safety the number one priority

　　Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately

　　Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals

　　Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly

　　Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively

　　Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers

　　InnovACT

　　Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products

　　Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances

　　Increases performance through greater efficiency

　　Find a Way

　　Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts

　　Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions

　　Seeks solutions rather than placing blame

　　Empowered to be Great

　　Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities

　　Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across

　　Communicates effectively to manage expectations

　　Education

　　Minimum Required:

　　High School Diploma

　　Preferred:

　　Associate's Degree

　　Certification/License:

　　Required: N/A

　　Preferred: N/A

　　Foreign Language

　　Required: None Required

　　Preferred: None Required

　　Typical Compensation Range

　　Pay Rate Type: Hourly

　　$18.51 - $25.00 / Hourly

　　Benefits

　　https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

　　Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Niagara Bottling, LLC. Niagara Bottling, LLC will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.

　　Employment agencies that have fee agreements with Niagara Bottling, LLC and have been engaged on a search shall submit résumé to the designated Niagara Bottling, LLC recruiter or, upon authorization, submit résumé into this career site to be eligible for placement fees.

　　Niagara Bottling, LLC has been family owned and operated since 1963. Niagara is a leading bottled water manufacturer in the U.S., supplying major retailers across the nation. With incredible growth over the past several years, the career possibilities at Niagara are endless!

　　Niagara’s culture is fast-paced, innovative and intensely collaborative. Our Team Members are passionate, driven and always find a way to get the job done. We work hard and play hard while staying true to our family atmosphere.

　　From competitive benefits and retirement options to educational reimbursements, ongoing training courses and exciting career advancement opportunities, at Niagara we truly take care of our Team Members.

　　We hope that you consider joining our Niagara family!

　　Niagara Bottling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.