Founded in 1983 by principal shareholder William I. Koch, Oxbow is one of the world's largest recyclers of refinery and natural gas coproducts. Oxbow is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida with approximately 950 employees operating from more than 30 locations in 14 countries worldwide. Oxbow is a world leader in the production and distribution of calcined petroleum coke and the distribution of fuel grade petroleum coke. Oxbow also provides bulk storage and handling for petroleum coke and other commodities. Oxbow’s scale, expertise and leading market positions have allowed it to create a powerful global sourcing platform with superior market intelligence and longstanding relationships with many of its key suppliers and customers. Oxbow’s products are essential in the production of aluminum, steel, glass and cement and our specialty products are used in variety of innovative products, including high performance plastics, solar panels, electronics and batteries.
The Warehouse Clerk is responsible for planning, organizing, and participating in daily warehouse operations. This includes receiving, documenting, storing, and distributing equipment and supplies, as well as managing warehouse inventory. The role also involves developing and enforcing operational, safety, and personnel policies and procedures. In the absence of the Purchasing Manager, the Warehouse Clerk will cross-train and provide coverage as needed.
Job Duties
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Pack and unpack items for storage according to inventory procedures, process order requests.
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Perform inventory counts and replenish pick areas based on reports.
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Oversee unloading of materials, staging for inspection, and accuracy of receiving reports.
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Route, schedule, pack, and prepare orders for delivery, load vehicles and coordinate deliveries and pickups.
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Resolve discrepancies with accounting on invoices, packing slips, and receiving reports.
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Conduct quality inspections for incoming and outgoing goods, complete related administrative tasks.
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Perform physical inventories to verify stock and identify losses.
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Operate forklifts and other mobile equipment as needed.
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Supervise and maintain the warehouse parts tracking system; enter and correct data in computer systems.
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Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations; keep warehouse and storage areas clean and safe.
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Develop and document standard operating procedures for receiving, handling, storing, and shipping materials.
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Implement technological solutions for storage and distribution planning.
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Participate in meetings and training to share information and support warehouse improvement goals.
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Manage vendors for stock and non-stock items.
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Prepare parts for maintenance activities.
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Support management with special projects, workflow improvements, and other assigned duties.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Requires interpersonal skills to coordinate with other departments on projects requiring the warehouse’s assistance.
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Must have a good working knowledge of part numbers and part usage and understand the application for use.
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Strong record-keeping abilities and a high level of attention to detail are required.
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Communicates clearly and concisely in a variety of communication settings and styles. Effectively tailors the message to the needs of the audience.
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Strong organizational skills for inventory management and maintaining a clean workspace.
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Ability to work independently and make logical decisions.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Required Education and Experience
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High School Diploma or Equivalent.
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Inventory control / warehouse experience required (Minimum of 3 years).
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Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power point, and Outlook).
- Knowledge and ability to perform all computer functions as they pertain to this job.
- Must be able to become certified forklift operator.
Preferred Education and Experience
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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
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5S or Lean Manufacturing.
Physical Requirements
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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Must be trained in the safety requirements at the facility.
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Frequent lifting or with other means for movement of boxes. May also include frequent bending, stooping, squatting, pushing, and pulling of parts and parts/boxes can also be expected.
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Sit or stand for extended amount of time in front of a computer.
- Ability to lift, carry or otherwise move and position objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
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May be required to move about to coordinate work.
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Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and work at heights.
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Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
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Requires occasional work in areas with moving, vibrating, and rotating equipment.
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Personal Protective Equipment required for the job may include eye protection, hearing protection, hardhat, appropriate gloves for the task, steel-toed boots, dust mask, and fall protection.
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Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
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Must be able to travel as needed.
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A valid Driver’s License is required for this job.
Why Join Us?
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Be part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation and continuous improvement.
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Work in a collaborative and supportive environment.
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Competitive compensation package.
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Health, dental, vision and life insurance.
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Generous 401k match and paid time off.
Note: This job description reflects the company’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Assigned tasks are subject to change at any time due to company discretion, job requirements, reasonable accommodation, or other reasons.
Oxbow Calcining LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunities. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to fostering a culture of fairness, respect, and inclusion.
