Warehouse Associate I

Join the Cobb EMC team as a Warehouse Associate I and help power our operations by ensuring materials are received, stored, secured, and distributed efficiently. This role offers a 4-day work week with long-term career stability and exceptional benefits.

Schedule

• Four 10-hour shifts: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Extra day off each week

Benefits

• Company-paid health insurance premiums
• Benefits effective on your first day of employment
• Retirement Security Pension Plan
• Automatic 7% company contribution to your 401(k), plus additional matching opportunities
• Annual Bonus Program
• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement

Responsibilities

As a Warehouse Associate I, you’ll ensure the right materials are in the right place at the right time to support field crews, construction projects, and overall operations.

• Support Line Construction Operations
  • Gather, issue, and retrieve materials and supplies for line construction projects
  • Verify quantities, weights, and accuracy of incoming materials and supplies
  • Deliver materials and equipment to departments and field crews
  • Return reusable materials and supplies back into inventory for future use
  • Properly dispose of scrap materials and surplus supplies
• Manage Inventory & Documentation
  • Process packing slips, material issue forms, and return documentation
  • Maintain records for inspections of line hoses and rubber gloves
  • Record and track materials returned by field crews
  • Maintain documentation for hand tools and emergency equipment
  • Use scanners and warehouse technology to issue, credit, audit, and requisition materials
• Keep the Warehouse Running Efficiently
  • Maintain clean, orderly storage facilities and work areas
  • Monitor inventory levels and notify the Warehouse Supervisor when stock is too high or too low
  • Ensure proper authorization is obtained before issuing materials and supplies
  • Participate in inventory audits and cycle counts
  • Operate forklifts, motorized warehouse equipment, and other material-handling equipment
  • Provide physical security and accountability for warehouse materials and supplies

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of six months experience in warehouse operations, stockroom, or inventory control in a construction or utility environment
• Working knowledge of line construction materials and corporate policies and procedures
• Basic mathematics, reading, and writing skills
• Valid Georgia driver’s license

Skills

• Proficient in operating forklifts and other heavy equipment
• Proficient with bar coding equipment
• Proficient with hand tools and saws
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and at a fast pace
• Preferred: Knowledge of electrical materials and tools

Core Values

• Put People First: Care, listen, and connect. Think team, not self. Respect and value differences.
• Stay Safe: No shortcuts. See the big picture, no tunnel vision. Look out for each other.
• Innovate: Embrace change. Think big and bold. Be part of the solution.
• Own It: Own your attitude, actions, and words. Find a way. No BCD. Never stop learning.