Warehouse Operator

Supply Chain/Logistics Edwards United States Buffalo NY

• Buffalo, NY
  * Be part of an exciting journey as we prepare for production at our new facility in the Western New York Science & Technology Advanced Manufacturing Park (STAMP).
• Edwards Genesee location address: 6685 Crosby Rd Basom, NY 14013
• Salary Range
  : $38,550 - $54,440

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location.

The Warehouse Operator ensures accurate material handling, inventory control, and timely delivery of materials to production lines to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations. This position maintains safe, efficient warehouse operations while ensuring inventory accuracy and effective material flow throughout the site.

• Receive, inspect, and store inbound materials to ensure accurate inventory records and proper material traceability within the warehouse and production environment.
• Pick, stage, and deliver materials to production lines in alignment with production schedules to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
• Execute kitting and line‑side replenishment activities to ensure timely availability of components at point-of-use and maintain efficient material flow.
• Perform inventory control activities including cycle counting and physical inventory (PI) to ensure system accuracy and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Operate material handling equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks) to safely move, load, and unload materials while maintaining compliance with safety standards.
• Maintain warehouse organization, storage strategies, and space utilization to ensure efficient material flow and a clean, safe working environment.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental policies to support a safe workplace and proper handling of materials, including waste and packaging disposal.
• Support continuous improvement of warehouse and material flow processes to enhance operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, and overall production support.

The ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employees or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• High school diploma or GED required;
  Associate degree or technical training in logistics, supply chain, or manufacturing is a plus
• 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing warehouse or production environment
• Experience with material handling, inventory control, and shopfloor support in a factory setting preferred
• Basic knowledge of warehouse operations, material flow, and inventory management practices
• Experience using ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and RF scanners is preferred
• Ability to operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks (certification preferred)
• Familiarity with cycle counting, Kanban systems, and lean manufacturing concepts is an advantage
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook)
• Strong awareness of workplace safety standards and commitment to following all safety policies and procedures
• Attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams (production, planning, quality)
• Ability to follow standard work instructions, safety procedures, and compliance requirements
• Proactive, reliable, and able to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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