Distribution Center Wire Associate - 2nd shift

Galloup•Knoxville, TN

16d

About The Position

About The Kendall Group The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career. Why The Kendall Group? Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success. Role Summary: Reporting to the Distribution Center Supervisor, the Distribution Center Wire Associate is responsible for receiving, storing, and distributing different products by performing various duties to help maintain overall efficiency and operation of the Distribution Center. In addition to these duties the Distribution Center Wire Associate may perform certain tasks requiring higher skill levels, troubleshooting, and may participate in the training of Distribution Center Associates.

Requirements

1 year of previous warehouse experience
1 year of forklift experience
High School Diploma or GED
Ability to use standard office equipment, including but not limited to computerized bar code scanner, printer, and standard warehouse equipment/tools; basic math and reasoning skills
Excellent work ethic, good verbal, and communication skills; ability to work independently
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and through the direction of a direct Supervisor or Distribution Center Lead; ability to identify product without the use of barcodes and scanning equipment; ability to operate hydraulic machinery and power hand tools to perform various tasks
Ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization; know when to request assistance when appropriate, especially when lifting heavy objects
Ability to see/sit/stand/walk/talk and hear
Ability to lift, move, and carry up to 50lbs
Ability to maneuver up to 75lbs with the assistance of equipment
Ability to be on your feet for 8 hours a day
Ability to climb stair and step ladders, bend, stoop, crouch and kneel

Nice To Haves

Previous experience picking orders with an RF scanner is preferred
Ability to operate warehouse equipment including forklifts, hand trucks, crane, etc.

Responsibilities

Queue management in Company business system
Train owner associates on proper procedures
Operate wire cutting equipment using hand and foot controls
Use hydraulic machinery to assist in coiling and spooling wire cut orders
Utilize manual hand tools and power hand tools to assist in wire cutting operations
Performing defined Distribution Center activities specific to the receipt, placement into inventory, selection for shipment, and shipment of stock
Handling customer returns/defects
Pick orders accurately and promptly
Pack orders
Receive inventory accurately and promptly
Restock inventory in designated storage areas
Truck loading and unloading according to established procedures
Operate forklift, hand trucks or other equipment
Inventory cycle counting
Accurately identify and count inventory in assigned areas
Maintain quality and quantity performance and production standards
Participate in ongoing general housekeeping of Distribution Center
Check assigned equipment for proper operation/functionality and report problems to supervision
Follow safe work habits and established safety procedures
Wear appropriate PPE as defined by Owner-Associate Handbook
Participate in safety initiatives as assigned
Attend meetings and training sessions
Other Distribution Center tasks as assigned