Spherion

We are looking for a skilled individual for our client's warehouse in Durham, NC. The Warehouse Operations Associate is responsible for supporting pressroom activities by managing material inventory, maintaining accurate documentation, entering product data, and ensuring efficient workflow within the warehosue. The Warehouse Operations Associate role requires strong computer skills for data entry, record-keeping, and reporting, as well as the ability to assist with shipping and receiving activites as needed. The ideal Warehouse Operations Associate candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Please Note, this position has a day and night shift rotating schedule.

Responsibilities:

Data Entry & Documentation:

• Accurately input and update inventory and product information into company databases or ERP systems.
• Maintain detailed records of production metrics, material usage, and equipment performance.
• Generate reports on inventory management, warehouse efficiency, and productivity.
• Ensure documentation is organized, up to date, and easily accessible for team members.

Pressroom Support & Workflow Coordination:

• Assist in monitoring pressroom operations to ensure efficiency and adherence to production schedules.
• Communicate with press operators and supervisors to record production issues or quality concerns.
• Support inventory tracking of raw materials, inks, and pressroom supplies.
• Assist with scheduling and coordinating maintenance activities to minimize downtime.

Quality Control & Compliance:

• Ensure accurate logging of quality control checks and deviations in production.
• Help maintain compliance with safety and operational protocols by documenting procedures.
• Support audits and inspections by providing necessary production and equipment records.

Technical & Computer Skills:

• Utilize manufacturing software, ERP systems, or Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) for data entry and reporting.
• Operate barcode scanners, printers, and digital record-keeping systems to track pressroom activities.
• Troubleshoot minor data entry or system issues and escalate technical problems when needed.

Working hours: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Various Shifts Available)

Skills:

• Experience using ERP or manufacturing software for data entry.
• Basic understanding of pressroom machinery and production processes.
• Knowledge of quality control and safety standards in a pressroom environment.
• Willingness to operate industrial machinery such as press machines or forklifts (training provided)
• Willingness to offer hands-on assistance in other departments such as the shipping/receiving dock
• Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to complete routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively within and outside of the department.
• Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Reasoning Ability - Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Knowledge of computer software.
• Mechanical Ability - Ability to complete complete minor repairs on the finishing line equipment.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Desire to learn and complete training levels.
• Ability to work on a team with minimal supervision.
• Must not be afraid to get dirty due to heavy clean-up of ink and dust debris.
• Ability to work a 12 hour rotating shift with overtime requirements.

Education:

High School

Experience:

0-1 years

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing or warehouse operations.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and data entry software.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial setting and communicate effectively with team members.

If you're looking for a great opportunity to refine your data entry and manufacturing operations skills in a dynamic role, this is just the role for you! Apply online today!

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).

key responsibilities

Data Entry & Documentation:- Accurately input and update inventory and product information into company databases or ERP systems.- Maintain detailed records of production metrics, material usage, and equipment performance.- Generate reports on inventory management, warehouse efficiency, and productivity.- Ensure documentation is organized, up to date, and easily accessible for team members.Pressroom Support & Workflow Coordination:- Assist in monitoring pressroom operations to ensure efficiency and adherence to production schedules.- Communicate with press operators and supervisors to record production issues or quality concerns.- Support inventory tracking of raw materials, inks, and pressroom supplies.- Assist with scheduling and coordinating maintenance activities to minimize downtime.Quality Control & Compliance:- Ensure accurate logging of quality control checks and deviations in production.- Help maintain compliance with safety and operational protocols by documenting procedures.- Support audits and inspections by providing necessary production and equipment records.Technical & Computer Skills:- Utilize manufacturing software, ERP systems, or Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) for data entry and reporting.- Operate barcode scanners, printers, and digital record-keeping systems to track pressroom activities.- Troubleshoot minor data entry or system issues and escalate technical problems when needed.

experience

0-1 years

skills

• Experience using ERP or manufacturing software for data entry.- Basic understanding of pressroom machinery and production processes.- Knowledge of quality control and safety standards in a pressroom environment.- Willingness to operate industrial machinery such as press machines or forklifts (training provided)- Willingness to offer hands-on assistance in other departments such as the shipping/receiving dock-- Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.-- Ability to complete routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively within and outside of the department.-- Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.-- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.-- Reasoning Ability - Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Knowledge of computer software.-- Mechanical Ability - Ability to complete complete minor repairs on the finishing line equipment.-- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.-- Desire to learn and complete training levels.-- Ability to work on a team with minimal supervision.-- Must not be afraid to get dirty due to heavy clean-up of ink and dust debris.-- Ability to work a 12 hour rotating shift with overtime requirements.

qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing or warehouse operations.- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and data entry software.- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.- Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial setting and communicate effectively with team members.

education

High School