Warehouse Associate

Job Title: Warehouse Associate
Reports to
:
Warehouse Manager/Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location
:
Gardena, CA

IPS Corporation is a global, market-leading provider of solvent cements, adhesives and specialized plumbing products. Founded in 1955 in Los Angeles, CA, IPS began by producing clear cements for laminating acrylic sheet for aircraft canopies. Today, IPS, with its three operating companies, has eight manufacturing plants and nine distribution centers supporting sales to a diverse set of end markets in 85 countries.

Weld-On Adhesives, the largest subsidiary of IPS Corporation, is the pioneer and leading manufacturer of Weld-On® solvent cements, primers, and cleaners for PVC, CPVC, ABS and other plastic piping systems. Weld-On products are globally recognized as the premium products for joining plastic pipes and fittings and are used by professional installers around the world in a variety of applications such as, but not limited to, construction (residential & commercial), industrial (chemical process, water treatment, mining, etc.),

irrigation (landscaping & agricultural) and others.

• Fulfill customer orders by gathering finished goods
• Review order details and fulfill customer shipment requests that could include specific pallet sizing, dimensions, custom fastening materials, etc.
• Identify and assemble packaging materials (wooden/cardboard containers, shrink-wrap) to prepare the order for shipment.
• Identify and create all necessary shipping labels, including hazardous placards.
• Scan all finished goods into E1 system prior to shipment. Prepare orders for internal shipments to other company locations (CA, TN) across the US.
• Safely load finished goods onto trailer using appropriate equipment.
• Transport pallets across the warehouse using appropriate equipment while following the cycle inventory process of 1st in / 1st out.
• Perform daily cycle counts (2x/day) to validate physical inventory against inventory reflected in the system (E1).
• Conduct 5S daily to ensure that work and the surrounding area are well organized, clean, and safe.
• Additional tasks as assigned when needed.

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to do basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication)
• Must have Forklift Operator certification
• Ability to obtain and maintain HAZMAT certification

• Operate forklift, elevating platform, drum grapple, and other lifting devices
• Operate hand tools such as saw, drill, etc.
• Effective communication across all departments
• Ability to multi-task while managing time effectively
• Strong attention to detail

• Must be able to lift and move items or boxes up to 30lbs (~50% of the time) and boxes up to 50lbs from time-to-time (less than 1% of time).

• 1+ years of warehouse experience

Hourly Range: $19.00 - $20.00/hour

IPS Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status under applicable laws.