1st Shift Warehouse/Driver

Optimas Solutions; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimas Solutions is hiring for a warehouse operations role focused on the day-to-day management of inventory and providing top-tier customer service. Key responsibilities include assembling orders, shipping preparation, and ensuring timely material delivery. Qualified candidates should possess a high school diploma, relevant warehouse experience, and strong communication skills.

Applicants must be able to lift 50 lbs and operate a company truck. Additional skills like forklift experience are preferred. A competitive compensation package is offered to motivate and retain employees.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2-5 years relevant warehouse experience preferred.
• Effective communication and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble orders and prepare goods for shipment.
• Receive, check, pack, and deliver materials to customer work sites.
• Maintain inventory and service levels for customer requirements.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Ability to work as part of a team

Results focused

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-5 years relevant warehouse experience

Tools

Forklift

PC skills

Job description

Optimas Solutions is a global distributor of integrated supply chain solutions, and engineering support focused on delivering fasteners, components, industrial and safety supplies to our diverse customers around the world. Our local, on-the-ground teams understand the nuances of every community we serve. This allows us to adapt with our customers and partners as needs evolve, leveraging our footprint to remain at your side while providing a highly personalized level of service and support no matter where you find yourself around the globe.

Position Overview

This role will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of our inventory and providing the highest level of customer service. Key duties include assembling orders, preparing goods for shipment, receiving, checking, packing, and delivering materials to customer work sites, filling requisitions and orders using status reports, and ensuring on-time delivery of materials to customers. The role requires familiarity with JIT and standard warehousing concepts, practices, and procedures.

Main Responsibilities

• Assembles orders and prepares goods for shipment.
• Receives, checks, packs, and delivers materials to customer work sites.
• Fills requisitions and orders using status reports to ensure on-time delivery of materials.
• Understand and apply JIT and standard warehousing concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Maintain inventory and service levels to meet all necessary customer requirements and delivery deadlines.
• Perform stock replenishment and cycle counting.
• Use barcode scanners to signal empty bins.
• Operate a company truck (24' manual transmission) to deliver product to customer sites.
• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Collaborate effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Adhere to company safety policies and procedures.

Competencies

• Customer Service
• Results focused
• Communication Skills
• Decision Making
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Problem Solving

Skills and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2-5 years relevant warehouse experience required.
• Ability to read, understand and maintain records as required.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Effective communication skills.
• Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Active Driver’s License
• Proficient with PC.
• Forklift experience preferred.

Compensation

At Optimas we believe in having a competitive compensation scheme to motivate and retain our employees. More information will be given throughout the process.

Optimas OE Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Optimas OE Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.