LOGISTICS ASSOCIATE/ TARPING
11 days ago
Mattoon
Job Description Kingspan Insulated Panels North America, a division of the Kingspan Group Plc headquartered in Ireland, is a global and trusted leader in the design, manufacturing, and supply of high-performance sustainable building products and solutions for the construction industry. As the most energy-efficient, cost-effective building envelope solutions, insulated metal panels are at the forefront of sustainability. We serve the architectural, commercial/industrial, cold storage and food processing markets, and are committed to delivering the most advanced building products on the market. Learn about our Planet Passionate initiatives: At Kingspan, our future success is based on the quality of our people, who's expertise and motivation have helped ensure that we remain at the forefront of the construction materials manufacturing industry. In joining Kingspan you become an important part of a growing organization with a reputation for innovative design and use of technology, technical expertise, product quality, service excellence, and dedication to sustainability. Ready to be part of our team? Day shift $23.18 per hour Quarterly Performance Bonus Career Advancement Opportunities Paid Holidays and PTO Summary: The Logistics Associate/ Tarping will be responsible for shipping, receiving, stocking, and delivering parts, supplies, and products in the organization. Responsibility for ensuring and executing all relevant shipments are Tarped. Essential Duties: • Ensure all shipments are correctly loaded and protected prior to departure of the facility & tarped where applicable, • Perform safety checks on harnesses, ladders, and safety lifelines to ensure they are safe to use prior to each use and compliant with current safety standards and regulations., • Direct traffic within the work area to ensure a smooth flow of trucks to minimize delays., • Load and offload Incoming material & goods as required., • Record keeping - Outgoing loads, ensuring loads meet all quality standards., • Address any issues promptly (e.g., loose straps, damaged tarps)., • Coordinate with truck drivers, warehouse staff, and dispatchers to schedule tarping activities., • Work efficiently to minimize loading and unloading time., • Loads, unloads, moves, and stages materials within or near the plant, yard, or work site., • Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand, • Load vehicles according to the loading diagrams and shipping procedures on time, using a forklift., • Follow the Group Code of Conduct and Group Compliance. Follow Compliance requirements per “KNA-SOP-1705 Compliance Roles and Responsibilities.” • Complete other duties as assigned. Education/Experience: • High School graduate min or other relevant experience preferred., • Fluent in English. Other Skills and Requirements: • Forklift certification min 2 years’ experience or equivalent equipment., • Good to excellent communication skills., • Excellent telephone and oral communication skills., • Must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to multi-task effectively., • A team player, who should also be self-motivated and able to work independently., • High level of interpersonal skills, • Demonstrates analytical and problem-solving skills. Computer Skills: • Computer experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here represent those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform key responsibilities. • Body Movement & Posture: Standing or walking for extended periods, frequent bending, stooping, crouching, or kneeling, climbing stairs or ladders, crawling, or working in confined spaces., • Manual Dexterity & Handling: Using hands and fingers to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects, operating machinery or tools with precision, repetitive motion tasks (e.g., unloading, preparing panels)., • Strength & Lifting: Lifting and carrying materials (often 25–50 lbs.; sometimes up to 100 lbs.). Pushing or pulling carts, pallets, or equipment. Adjusting body movements to match the pace of moving objects., • Sensory Requirements: Near and far visual acuity for spotting defects or reading gauges. Hearing alarms, instructions, or machinery sounds. Peripheral vision for monitoring surroundings., • Cognitive & Environmental Factors: Maintaining focus in noisy or fast-paced environments. Performing tasks independently or in teams. Exposure to heat, cold, dust, or chemicals depending on the facility. Kingspan is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
