Material Handler
Lapeyre Stair · New Orleans, LA · 1 wk ago
Supply ChainFull-time
Lapeyre Stair constructs precision-built metal stair systems using a state-of-the-art engineering and manufacturing system. The product line includes Alternating Tread stairs, Steel Egress stairs (welded and bolted), crossover systems, exit and intermediate platforms, and safety gates. Lapeyre Stair is one of four operating divisions of Laitram, L.L.C.
Responsibilities
- Safely receive and unload incoming shipments, including steel deliveries, using forklifts and bridge cranes.
- Inspect materials and verify items and quantities against packing slips, purchase orders, and receiving documentation.
- Identify and report shortages, overages, damage, and other shipment discrepancies according to established procedures.
- Label, organize, store, and transfer received materials to designated warehouse or production locations.
- Complete receiving and inventory transactions in company software while maintaining accurate, organized inventory.
- Stage materials for scheduled equipment builds, pull and verify customer orders, and replenish production floor stock.
- Monitor assigned workloads, adjust work pace as needed, and complete responsibilities according to production schedules.
- Maintain a clean, safe work environment by inspecting material-handling equipment and following all safety, lifting, rigging, and company procedures.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Ability and willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.
- Ability to successfully complete Lapeyre Stair’s forklift and crane certification.
- Ability to understand and follow established material-handling, load-control, and workplace safety procedures.
- Ability to become proficient with company software and systems, including MAPICS and SharePoint.
- Ability to work independently and manage assigned responsibilities effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to perform the essential duties identified in the Functional Job Description, including lifting and moving up to 55 pounds.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
- Previous receiving and shipping experience.
- Experience unloading steel or other long, heavy, or irregularly shaped materials.
- Experience operating a forklift and/or crane.
- Experience using manufacturing or inventory management software.
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 4 weeks PTO
- 12 paid holidays
- On-campus gym, pharmacy, and wellness center
- 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Stem cell treatment coverage
- IVF coverage