Warehouse Attendant
Owens Corning · Fort Mill, SC · 3 wk ago
Manufacturing$21/hrFull-time
Position Summary
The Warehouse Attendant is responsible for maintaining accurate product placement within the warehouse and supporting production by putting away materials for forklift drivers that deliver to manufacturing lines. This role ensures inventory is stored in the correct locations, materials are available when needed, and warehouse flow supports safe and efficient production operations.Key Responsibilities
- Receive, verify, and place finished goods, raw materials, and components in designated warehouse locations.
- Ensure all products are labeled correctly and stored according to warehouse layout and inventory standards.
- Maintain clear, organized staging areas to prevent congestion or delays.
- Verify product counts and report shortages, damages, or discrepancies to supervision.
- Support FIFO (First In, First Out) and inventory rotation requirements.
- Communicate regularly with forklift drivers, line leads, and supervisors to support production needs.
- Perform basic inventory checks and assist with cycle counts as required.
- Keep work areas clean and compliant with safety and housekeeping standards (5S).
- Follow all safety and TPM guidelines, warehouse procedures, and quality requirements.
- Other duties as assigned as needed based on business demands.
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
- Previous forklift experience is required, with at least 6 months preferred.
- Previous warehouse or manufacturing experience is preferred.
- Ability to read pick sheets, labels, and basic inventory documentation is necessary.
- A strong attention to detail and accuracy is required.
- The ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment is essential.
- Willingness to work assigned shifts, including overtime as needed.
- Experience working on and around forklifts or material handling equipment is preferred.
- Knowledge of warehouse inventory systems or WMS is beneficial.
- Experience supporting manufacturing lines and material staging is required.
Skills & Competencies
- Organization and material flow awareness
- Teamwork and communication
- Accuracy and dependability
- Time management and sense of urgency
- Basic computer or scanner skills (if applicable)
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Warehouse and manufacturing floor environment
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching, and getting on/off forklift.
- Regular lifting, pushing, or pulling of materials, and sometimes carrying up to 50 lbs. and over with assistance.
- Exposure to moving equipment, forklifts, and production areas
- Frequent on and off lift.
- Mildly controlled environment - can expect cold and heat during extreme weather conditions. High core dust environment.