Warehouse Clerk

Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life.

Where You'll Work - QED Environmental Systems, a subsidiary of Graco, Inc., located in Dexter, MI

QED Environmental Systems is the market-leading provider of environmental technology solutions. We design, manufacture and support solutions for groundwater, soil and gas management and detection applications into environmental, industrial and renewable energy markets worldwide.

Since our inception, we have been the leading manufacturer of environmental monitoring and remediation equipment. We offer the best and most diverse product portfolio and solutions to our customers.

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Our Warehouse Clerk - Receiving is responsible for unloading shipments and verifying that contents are correct and that no items are damaged. The Warehouse Clerk must locate inventory into the proper location using the appropriate means – forklift, pallet jack, or by hand as well as keep accurate records, have good problem-solving skills, and good organizational skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Load machines and pallets onto trucks for shipment.
• Receive all incoming deliveries.
• Accurately enter inventory into the ERP computer system.
• Verify inventory received against the Purchase Order.
• Conduct cycle counts of finished goods and tubing inventory on a regular basis
• Research PO vs actual delivery issues
• Locate owner(s) of non-inventory items
• Sort and distribute deliveries to appropriate department, location or inventory cart
• Create required storage location for new/over-flow items and work with manufacturing engineer for inventory location in ERP system
• Follow the inspection process for incoming parts
• Move incoming raw materials to proper inventory location
• Process customer returns accordingly:
  • Overstock / Return:  Send items back to QC for restocking. 
  • Warranty / Issues:  Follow the instruction provided by Technical Services
  • Receive calibration lab materials and place on calibration lab cart 
• Communication to customers (internal and external) about problems or issues.
• Ability to use pallet jack to move, pick, pack, and unload inventory/orders to/from racking including unloading pallets on semi-trucks
• Have the ability to be trained in forklift/HiLo usage and safety, as well as other safety programs
• Must have excellent time management skills
• Work as a team player
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Assist in other departments as needed
• Other duties as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Essential:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Proficient Forklift skills – all company owned models
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of business software
• Basic math skills
• Knowledge of scale use
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization  
• Attention to detail
• Self-motivated
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to research issues and drive to a resolution
• Keeps records as required
• Perform cycle counts
• Attentive to daily upkeep of fork lift equipment.
• Report any safety hazards or dangers
• 1-3 years of receiving experience preferred
• Computer knowledge with Microsoft products, Internet usage, and shipping manifests required
• Ability to function accurately and safely in a fast paced environment
• Must be able to complete tasks on short notice as well as ability to change "gears" quickly
• Have the ability to be trained and certified in HAZMAT shipping procedures
• Have the ability to be trained in forklift/HiLo usage and safety, as well as other safety programs

Desirable:

• Incoming Inspection experience
• Blueprint familiarity
• Ability to use inspection tools i.e. micrometer, gauges.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Factory environment
• Shift: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Full-time
• Overtime may be required
• Climate controlled
• Limited outside environment work required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to regularly lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to lift >50 pounds on an infrequent basis (no more than 4-5 hours a day)
• Ability to stand for 8 hours
• Ability to walk extensively in the course of an 8 hour day
• Repetitive bending and twisting up to 90 degrees
• Lifting and reaching to all levels
• Ability to climb rolling ladder
• Correctable vision
• Ability to withstand exposure to heat and cold

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT).

At Graco, you truly make a difference. Your unique talents contribute to our organizational growth and future. Not only do you make a difference, but Graco's culture empowers employees to create their own career path. Whether you choose to advance within your current department or explore new opportunities in different divisions, you have the ability to build your future. Our managers are here to provide support and guidance as you continue to grow within your career.

Graco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of a fast-moving, growing company that is committed to quality, innovation and solving fluid handling problems for our customers. Graco is proud to be named a Best Place to Work by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021 & 2022. Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco's comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.

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The base pay range for this position is listed below, exclusive of fringe benefits or other compensation.  If you are hired, your final base hourly rate will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, competencies, education, and/or experience.  In addition to those factors, we will also consider internal equity of our current employees.  Please keep in mind that the range provided is the full base salary range for the role.  Hiring at or near the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth.