Distribution Center Wire Associate - 2nd shift
About the Company
The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states, serving the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, Fitting, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation industries. With a strong employee ownership model, Kendall offers opportunities for growth, coaching, and mentorship. Over 60% of associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and 40% have over 10 years, reflecting a supportive and long-term work environment where ideas are valued and success is prioritized.
About the Role
Reporting to the Distribution Center Supervisor, the Distribution Center Wire Associate is responsible for receiving, storing, and distributing products to maintain overall efficiency and operation of the Distribution Center. This role may also involve higher-skill tasks, troubleshooting, and training other associates.
Responsibilities
- Queue management in the 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 for wire cutting operations
- Perform distribution center activities, including receipt, inventory placement, order selection, and shipment of stock
- Handle customer returns and defects
- Pick, pack, and receive orders accurately and promptly
- Restock inventory in designated storage areas
- Load and unload trucks according to established procedures
- Operate forklifts, hand trucks, or other equipment
- Conduct inventory cycle counting and accurately identify and count inventory
- Maintain quality and quantity performance and production standards
- Participate in ongoing general housekeeping of the Distribution Center
- Check assigned equipment for proper operation and report issues to supervision
- Follow safe work habits and established safety procedures
- Wear appropriate PPE as defined by the Owner-Associate Handbook
- Participate in safety initiatives as assigned
- Attend meetings and training sessions
- Perform other Distribution Center tasks as assigned
Competencies
- Service Excellence
- Results and Action Oriented
- Accountability and Responsibility
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Safety Conscious
Requirements
- 1 year of previous warehouse experience
- 1 year of forklift experience
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to use standard office equipment, including computerized bar code scanners, printers, and warehouse tools
- Basic math and reasoning skills
- Excellent work ethic, verbal, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to identify products without barcodes or scanning equipment
- Ability to operate hydraulic machinery and power hand tools
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization
Physical, Mental, and Visual Requirements
- Ability to see, sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear
- Ability to lift, move, and carry up to 50 lbs
- Ability to maneuver up to 75 lbs with assistance from equipment
- Ability to be on your feet for 8 hours a day
- Ability to climb stairs and step ladders, bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel
- Regular use of hand and finger dexterity to manipulate controls, tools, and objects
Work Environment
The role is performed in a distribution center environment where the employee may be exposed to temperature variations and noise levels typical of such settings.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience picking orders with an RF scanner
- Experience operating warehouse equipment, including forklifts, hand trucks, and cranes