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BENCH DOGS JOB OPENING: Warehouse Clerk/Material Handler - Manufacturing - First Shift

Bench Dogs is looking for a full-time Warehouse Clerk/Material Handler on first shift!

Bench Dogs is a small manufacturing company located in Denver, PA that specializes in retail displays, store fixtures, and commercial case goods. We have under 100 employees and are unique in that we are a custom, full-service design, engineering, and manufacturing company that sees products from the time they're simply an idea to when they're fully built and installed onsite.

Bench Dogs has employees responsible for everything from design, engineering, and project management to production, inventory, and installation. Our facility is often complimented for its cleanliness and organization and is complete with offices, a warehouse area for inventory and materials, loading docks for staging and shipping goods, a machining department, and a large shop floor area for assembly that includes a finishing area and lamination booth.

Our Warehouse Clerk/Material Handler role here at Bench Dogs is part of our Warehouse Department, which is responsible for managing the flow of materials and finished goods through our facility from the time they're delivered to us and received, to the time they're shipped out and delivered to their final locations. At Bench Dogs, it is extremely important to us that our products are of a high quality and go through our facility and production in a safe and timely manner that allows our finished goods to be delivered and installed on time for our customers. Our Warehouse Clerks/Material Handlers play a significant role in this process and help facilitate our success by:

• Receiving incoming materials from trucks and deliveries
• Storing inventory safely and efficiently
• Picking and packing orders for internal jobs and external distribution to customers and vendors
• Wrapping and staging materials and finished goods for shipping
• Assisting with the shipping finished goods to customers
• Managing inventory levels
• Documenting and completing all warehouse related transactions in Epicor (ERP system) accurately and efficiently via computer or handheld
• Maintaining accurate records physically and digitally
• Utilizing storage systems like racks and shelves and keeping them safe and organized
• Ensuring proper handling and safety procedures to facilitate smooth product flow throughout the supply chain and maintain high quality standards

The Warehouse Clerk/Material Handler position we're looking to fill is for our first shift, which has a schedule of Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm. The compensation rate for the role depends on level of knowledge, experience, and skill and has a pay scale ranging from $18.91 per hour to $24.15 per hour. The role involves a mix of physical labor working with goods and materials, and sedentary work at a computer processing operational transactions in our ERP software system. We utilize both computers and handheld scanners/devices to complete transactions, and a significant part of this role is being able to successfully navigate our ERP software and accurately and efficiently complete transactions to ensure the information in the software system aligns with the physical movement and storage of goods and materials.

Additionally, some competencies that help to make a good Warehouse Clerk/Material Handler are:

• Proven experience as a Warehouse Clerk/Material Handler in a manufacturing environment (custom manufacturing and millwork industry experience a plus)
• Proficiency with ERP systems (especially Epicor) in warehouse management and inventory modules
• Technologically inclined with strong computer skills and ability to learn new software
• Valid forklift certification and experience operating various material handling equipment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high levels of accuracy and quality
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and work in a physical environment
• Experience with cycle counting and inventory management
• Demonstrated history of process improvement initiatives
• Knowledge of quality control processes and inspection procedures
• Experience with logistics and coordinating the shipment and storage of materials and finished goods

Benefits

Here at Bench Dogs, taking care of our contributors is a priority for us. We understand just how much our team members give and contribute to the success of our company and believe it's our job to do our part in supporting the health and wellbeing of our contributors as best as we can. One way we do this is through the benefits we offer. Below is a list of some of the benefits offered to our team members at Bench Dogs:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays (10 per year)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401k
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Life Insurance (Self, Spouse, Children) (Voluntary)
• Short-Term Disability Insurance (Voluntary)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Voluntary)
• Accident Insurance (Voluntary)
• Critical Illness Insurance (Voluntary)
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance (Voluntary)

Our Culture

Bench Dogs understands that culture matters and an important part of being able to thrive at work has to do with having cultural alignment. That's why it's our goal to recruit and retain talent who is a great fit for our work environment and team. Like any company, we have unique aspects and qualities to our business that exist due to our industry and the nature of our work. These things shape our culture and work environment, and it's important to us that we share openly about them to help candidates get to know us better and support our goal of attracting talent who will thrive at Bench Dogs.

Working in our field of manufacturing means that a large component of our business is customer-focused and deadline driven as our job is to support our customers by providing them with quality products when they need them. Job timelines and production schedules can be quickly impacted by things like changing customer needs or supply chain issues, and we love having the opportunity to step up and be innovative to still meet the needs of our customers. The environment of our field is ever evolving, requires problem-solving, and can be challenging, yet very satisfying. Everyone thrives in different environments, and ours is one that is great for people who are adaptable, resilient, and operate from a positive, growth mindset.

Bench Dogs embraces our smaller size and utilizes it to create a cohesive, collaborative environment. We value teamwork, knowing each individual, and coming together to achieve our goals as a business while working together to support one another along the way. An important part of what we do is being proactive and taking initiative to ensure work runs smoothly - our team is caring, eager to learn, and willingly step up to participate and offer what support they can when it's needed. We are a dedicated group who is proud to assist in the creation of national products and environments that citizens all over the country get to experience and interact with in their everyday lives.

Want to join our team?

If Bench Dogs and this Warehouse Clerk/Material Handler role sounds like a position you'd be a great fit for, please submit your resume and apply! Bench Dogs is looking forward to connecting with qualified candidates to find the newest member of our team - good luck!