Lead Warehouse Associate - Counter Sales

WESCO Distribution; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WESCO Distribution is seeking a Lead Warehouse Associate for Counter Sales. In this role, you will assist in supervising warehouse operations, performing tasks like picking, packing, and shipping. Candidates should have at least 2 years of warehouse experience and a high school diploma. Join us for a rewarding career with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive insurance options

Retirement savings benefits

Educational assistance

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent required.
• 2 years of warehouse operations experience required.
• 1-2 years of experience as a Senior Warehouse Associate or similar.

Responsibilities

• Assist Supervisor in directing other associates.
• Responsible for receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and wire cutting.
• Monitor workflow metrics and perform daily safety walks.

Skills

Problem-solving

Physical ability to lift 50 pounds

Basic computer skills

Education

High school degree or equivalent

2 years of warehouse operations experience

1-2 years as a Senior Warehouse Associate or similar

First aid certification

Forklift license

Job description

Lead Warehouse Associate - Counter Sales

Shift: Monday through Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Why You’ll Love Wesco

When you join Wesco, you become part of a global leader in business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain management solutions. With our best-in-class product and services portfolio and our massive scale, there are endless opportunities for you to build your career with us.

A Day in The Life of a Lead Associate

As a Lead Associate in Operations, you will be responsible for assisting the Supervisor in directing the work of other associates and job assignments. You will also be responsible for receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and wire cutting.

• Perform supervisory responsibilities when assigned
• Monitor workflow metrics and coordinate reporting to and from management
• Perform daily safety walks and communicate findings to Supervisors
• Review complex shipments and staged goods prior to shipping for quality
• Update monthly fuel service charges and shipping cost documents

What’s in it for You

• Wesco is not just a job, but a company where you can learn, develop, and build your career! In addition to training and development opportunities we offer educational assistance so you can pursue your passions
• A benefits package designed with your total well-being in mind including generous paid time off, comprehensive insurance options for you and your family, retirement savings benefits (vary by country), and more.
• National discounts on commonly used items (computers, appliances, services, etc.)

*Benefits may vary by location and union environment

Education & Experience

• High school degree or equivalent required
• 2 years of warehouse operations experience required
• 1-2 years of experience as a Senior Warehouse Associate or similar
• First aid certification and forklift license are assets

Skills & Requirements

• Basic problem-solving skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to be on your feet for extended periods
• Basic computer skills preferred

Are You Ready to Launch Your Career with Wesco?

Founded in 1922, Wesco has grown and transformed into an industry-leading Fortune 250 supply chain solutions company. Join us as we build, connect, power, and protect the world.

WESCO International, Inc. is an American publicly traded Fortune 500 holding company for WESCO Distribution, a multinational electrical distribution and services company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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