Hiring Manufacturing Warehouse Specialist in Phoenix

CloudRay is a fast-growing industrial manufacturing and logistics firm headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, specializing in precision-machined components for the aerospace, renewable energy, and consumer electronics sectors. Operating a 120,000 square foot climate-controlled production and distribution facility in the heart of Phoenix’s industrial corridor, we serve more than 120 commercial clients across the Southwest United States, and are currently scaling operations to support a 30% increase in production volume for Q4 2024 and into 2025. Our team of 75+ employees prioritizes safety, transparency, and internal growth, with a 92% employee retention rate over the past 3 years, and 70% of our leadership roles filled by internal promotions.

We are hiring 8 full-time Manufacturing Warehouse Specialists to join our Phoenix operations team, supporting end-to-end workflows across our production floor, warehouse, and shipping departments. This role is ideal for candidates with 1-3 years of warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics experience, as well as entry-level candidates who are reliable, safety-focused, and eager to build a long-term career in industrial operations. We provide all required equipment, safety gear, and paid certification training for eligible candidates.

Key responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to:
- Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts, pallet jacks, and precision material handling equipment to transport raw materials, in-progress production components, and finished customer orders across the facility, maintaining a 98% on-time internal transfer rate to avoid production line delays.
- Conduct pre-shift safety inspections of all assigned equipment and work zones, identifying and resolving 100% of observed hazards before the start of each production shift, in full alignment with OSHA 29 CFR 1910 safety standards.
- Manage inventory tracking for 2,000+ SKUs of raw materials and finished goods using Fishbowl inventory management software, performing weekly cycle counts to maintain a 99.5% inventory accuracy rate, with a goal of reducing stockout and overstock incidents by 15% quarter-over-quarter.
- Stage required raw materials for 12 active production cells, ensuring all components are available within 10 minutes of a line request to minimize unplanned production downtime.
- Perform quality control checks on incoming raw materials and outgoing finished goods per ISO 9001:2015 quality standards, documenting any defects to achieve a 97% or higher defect catch rate.
- Coordinate inbound receiving and outbound shipping operations with third-party logistics (3PL) partners, processing 40+ shipments per week, and maintaining a 98% on-time shipping rate for all customer orders.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment by completing end-of-shift 5S audits for assigned zones, ensuring all walkways, emergency exits, and equipment storage areas meet company safety and compliance requirements.
- Document all daily operational activities, inventory adjustments, and incident reports in our cloud-based NetSuite record-keeping system, submitting 100% of required documentation within 1 hour of task completion to support internal and external audit readiness.
- Collaborate with the operations management team to identify process improvement opportunities, contributing to at least 2 lean manufacturing initiatives per quarter to reduce operational waste and improve overall workflow efficiency by a minimum of 5%.

Our Phoenix facility offers a supportive, safety-first work environment, with climate-controlled workspaces, dedicated break areas with complimentary coffee and snacks, free on-site parking, and a no-tolerance policy for unsafe work practices. We offer flexible scheduling options for eligible employees, and never require mandatory overtime without 2 weeks’ advance notice. Our team holds regular weekly huddles to share updates, recognize top performers, and gather feedback on operational processes, and we host quarterly team building events for all staff.

To qualify for this role, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- 1+ year of experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics role is preferred, but reliable candidates with no prior experience who are willing to complete required training are encouraged to apply.
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs repeatedly throughout a 10-hour shift, and stand or walk for the majority of the workday.
- Valid state-issued driver’s license (company provides paid forklift certification training for candidates without prior forklift operating experience).
- Ability to read and interpret work orders, safety procedures, and inventory documentation in English.
- Punctual, reliable, and able to work a rotating shift schedule (6am-4pm or 2pm-12am, Monday through Friday, with voluntary overtime available at time-and-a-half pay for eligible shifts).
- Basic computer literacy to navigate inventory management and record-keeping software.

Preferred technical skills and experience include proficiency with Fishbowl or similar inventory tracking platforms, familiarity with NetSuite ERP systems, experience with lean manufacturing 5S methodologies, and current OSHA 10 or 30 certification.

CloudRay offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for all full-time employees, designed to support both short-term financial stability and long-term career growth:
- Starting hourly rate of $18.50 to $22.50 per hour, dependent on prior experience and relevant certifications, with a $0.50 per hour shift differential for 2pm-12am shifts.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance available after 30 days of employment, with 80% of premium costs covered by the company for employees and 50% for covered dependents.
- 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% company match after 6 months of tenure.
- 7 paid company holidays per year, 10 days of paid time off (PTO) annually, increasing to 15 days after 2 years of employment, plus 5 paid sick days per year.
- Paid training for OSHA 10 certification, forklift operation, and lean manufacturing principles, with a $0.75 per hour pay increase upon successful completion of each certification.
- Quarterly performance bonuses of up to $500 for teams that meet or exceed safety, inventory accuracy, and on-time shipping targets.
- Access to a discounted employee wellness program, free on-site parking, and quarterly team building events.

Career growth is a core priority for CloudRay: we promote from within for 70% of all leadership and specialist roles. Manufacturing Warehouse Specialists can advance to roles including Inventory Control Specialist, Production Supervisor, Warehouse Operations Manager, or Logistics Coordinator, with clear promotion pathways and 10-20% pay increases for each level of advancement. All employees receive annual performance reviews to discuss career goals, and are prioritized for internal training and certification opportunities to support their growth.

The hiring process for this role is designed to be transparent and efficient, with a total timeline of 2-3 weeks from application to offer:
1. Submit your resume and a brief summary of your relevant experience via the LinkedIn apply link (https://lnkd.in/gvjighP3) or directly to [email protected] no later than October 15, 2024.
2. Our recruiting team will review all applications and reach out to qualified candidates within 3 business days to schedule a 15-minute initial phone screen.
3. Candidates who pass the phone screen will be invited to an on-site facility tour and 30-minute in-person interview with the Operations Manager and Warehouse Lead, including a brief practical skills assessment for equipment operation if applicable.
4. Final candidates will be required to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening prior to receiving a formal job offer.
5. We aim to extend all formal offers by October 31, 2024, with a target start date of November 11, 2024 for all new hires.
If you have questions about the role, qualifications, or application process, you can contact our recruiting team directly at [email protected].