Shipping/Receiving Associate

About Us:

Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, USA, Afinitas is the global market leader for pipe and precast concrete equipment, forming systems and concrete accessories used to build the world’s critical transportation, water and utility infrastructure systems. Afinitas is known for the innovative technologies and services it provides through its trusted HawkeyePedershaab, BFS, New Hampton Metal Fab and other well-known brands, which customers have relied upon for decades. Afinitas is a part of BW Forsyth Partners, LLC, the investment arm of Barry-Wehmiller, a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

 

 

Job Description:

• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Labels, packs, and loads items for shipment according to specifications.
• Unloads delivery vehicles and moves items to appropriate area.
• Inspects for damage, compares items and quantities received again freight bills or other records and documents discrepancies.
• Maintains records of all items received and shipped.
• Excellent documentation skills with attention to detail.
• Use ERP/MRP systems for material transactions.
• Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds frequently. Over 50 pounds, a forklift or crane will be used.  Must be able to push or pull cart with 80 pounds of force. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.  Must be able to step up 20 inches.

• QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior forklift and operator experience a plus.
• Basic knowledge with ERP/MRP systems for material transactions.
• Able to use hand tools.
• Basic mathematics skills and be able to read a measuring tape.
• Basic computer skills.
• Team oriented
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Ability to work individually as well as in a team environment.

• WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Works in a plant/manufacturing environment that involves the use of industrial machinery and chemicals.  Employee must be able to correctly wear and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required at the location.

• BASIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  KEY:

  Occasional = 0% to 33%

  Frequent    = 34% to 66%

  Continuous = 67% to 100%

  N/A              = Not Applicable

  Standing

  Continuous

  Sitting

  Occasional

  Walking

  Occasional

  Bending/Kneeling/Crouching/Stooping

  Frequent

  Reaching above shoulder

  Occasional

  Climbing (stairs, ladder, etc.)

  Occasional

  Working on unprotected Heights

  Occasional

  Working on protected Heights

  Occasional

  Lifting weights from 0 to 20 pounds

  Frequent

  Lifting weights from 21-40 pounds

  Frequent

  Lifting weights from 41-60 pounds

  Occasional

  Lifting weights from 61-80 pounds

  Occasional

  Lifting weights over 80 pounds

  N/A

  Push/ Pulling equipment/products etc. weighing from 0 to 50 pounds

  Occasional

  Being around or operating moving machinery/equipment

  Frequent

  Operating a vehicle (as a part of your job)

  Occasional

  Hand Movements: Recording Data

  Occasional

  Operating office equipment

  NA

  Operating Computer

  NA

  Simple Grasping (right and left)

  Frequent

  Firm Grasping (right and left)

  Frequent

  Fine Manipulating (right and left)

  Occasional

  Foot movements to operate foot controls

  Occasional

  Vision: Good Vision, corrected to normal: or ability to access required information and to perform job duties          

  Hearing: Good hearing, corrected to normal; or ability to communicate/understand-required information and to perform job duties.

  Mobility: Ability to be mobile throughout required work area.

 

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.  If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.  We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.  Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. ​

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunit