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Receiver/Production Worker Jobs in Keene, NH at Whitney Brothers
Receiver/Production Worker
Whitney Brothers — Employee-Owned, Early Learning Furniture Manufacturer
Position Summary
Join Whitney Brothers, a proud employee-owned company and a leading manufacturer of early learning furniture. We are seeking a Receiver/Production Worker to join our manufacturing team. This position is for receiving in raw materials, staging jobs and maintaining hardware inventory within the receiving area. This hands-on role combines being a receiver and an active participant on the production floor with assisting supervisors in coordinating workflow, maintaining quality, and promoting a safe, efficient work environment. This position is vital to ensure we continue delivering high-quality, durable furniture that supports early childhood learning.
Key Responsibilities
· Unload and unpack shipments of products.
· Inspect shipments for damage and correct quantities.
· Report damages or shortages to the Purchaser.
· Match shipments to their associated purchase orders and enter receiving data on paperwork.
· Record receiving data in company databases.
· Staging material for jobs on the floor.
· Prepare and organize received stock for inventory.
· Return damaged products to senders.
· Monitor inventory levels.
· Maintain a clean and organized Plywood Warehouse, and other locations inventory is kept.
· Ensure materials are labelled properly with the placard.
- Perform hands-on production work within the Milling, Finishing, or Assembly departments, including tasks such as CNC milling, finishing, assembly, and packing according to work instructions.
- Assist the Buyer, Supervisor or Lead in coordinating daily workflow and task assignments.
- Inspect parts or products during production to ensure conformance to Whitney Brothers’ high-quality standards.
- Assist with basic troubleshooting of equipment, quality, or process issues.
- Help ensure materials, tools, and supplies are available for production.
- Follow all Whitney Brothers policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
- Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
- Take action to minimize waste and maximize productivity, supporting our commitment to sustainability and efficiency.
- Promote teamwork, positive morale, and safe work practices in alignment with our employee-ownership culture.
- Communicate production concerns, quality issues, or unrealistic expectations to the Supervisor.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
- Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
Qualifications
· Basic math and organization skills
· Ability to bend and lift 50-75 pounds or more
· Detail-oriented mindset
· Data entry and computer skills
· Forklift certification is beneficial for unloading large shipments
· Ability to work on feet for long hours
· Excellent communication skills
· Understanding of safety protocols and requirements
· Experience shipping, receiving or selling related products
Mental & Visual Requirements
- Ability to follow verbal, written, and visual instructions.
- Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment that values collaboration and ownership.
- Attention to detail to determine acceptable and unacceptable product quality.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing tasks and production priorities.
Physical Requirements
- Stand for up to 8 hours per day.
- Frequent bending, squatting, and repetitive hand motions.
- Regular lifting of 5–40 lbs.
- Frequent lifting of 40–70 lbs.
- Occasional shared lifting of 70–150 lbs.
- Firm grasping and repetitive use of hands.
Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Receiver/Production Worker
Company: Whitney Brothers
Location: Keene, NH
