Heavy Service Center Warehouse Material Handler

Graybar; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid Vacation & Sick Days

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

Graybar is seeking a warehouse associate in Cincinnati to cut wire, operate large machinery, and perform physically demanding tasks daily. You will receive, store, and ship inventory using WMS processes, and ensure accurate cuts and packing for customer orders.

The role requires lifting up to 70 pounds, operating pallet jacks and forklifts, and adhering to safety protocols. Regular hours are Monday–Friday, with comprehensive benefits available.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements to receive, pick, pack, ship, and move materials in the warehouse.
• Ability to operate and maneuver warehouse equipment (pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.) safely and per instructions.
• Adherence to safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lift and move inventory around the warehouse as needed.
• Operate and maneuver warehouse equipment and large machinery.
• Maintain a clean and orderly warehouse and conduct daily safety inspections.
• Cut wire and cable with machines, ensuring accurate cuts.
• Load, measure, cut, spool, and bundle wires and cables per job orders.
• Fill product orders according to type, length, and size requested.

Skills

Lifting up to 70 lbs

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

WMS software

Job description

• Cut wire, operate large machinery, work outside in the pipe department, or perform other physically demanding work daily, on a regular and continual basis.
• Receive, store, select, pack, and ship warehouse inventory utilizing Warehouse Management System (WMS) procedures.

Make a difference.

Purpose

• Cut wire, operate large machinery, work outside in the pipe department, or perform other physically demanding work daily, on a regular and continual basis.
• Receive, store, select, pack, and ship warehouse inventory utilizing Warehouse Management System (WMS) procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform any and all physical requirements necessary to lift and move inventory around the warehouse.
• Operate and maneuver warehouse equipment, large machinery, and any material(s) contained thereon in the manner consistent with the intended purpose of the equipment and the manufacturers’ instructions.
• Maintain the warehouse in an orderly and clean state; follow all Company safety procedures; perform daily safety inspections.
• Cut wire and cable with the use of machines; ensure accuracy of the cuts.
• Load, measure, cut, spool, and bundle wires and cables appropriately for the job orders.
• Fill product orders according to the type, length, and size requested by customer.
• Receive incoming material in accordance with WMS processes, accurately identify and break down the material, note discrepancies, and make the product ready for storage.
• Store product in accordance with WMS processes.
• Accurately select, check, and pack UPS orders following designated WMS processes for packing, weighing, manifesting, palletizing, and loading.
• Select and process non-UPS orders through WMS, and pack to make ready to withstand transport; safely meet carrier pickup schedules.
• Select, pack, and palletize replenishment shipments, following WMS procedures for handling and marking pallets.
• Handle stock tickets, and pack cross-dock shipments in accordance with established WMS procedures.
• Sort and pack Less Than Truckload (LTL) shipments in accordance with established WMS procedures.
• Conduct cycle counts and bin location verifications; consolidate inventory as needed; follow established WMS procedures for handling stock discrepancies.

Experience, Educational, And Physical Requirements

Minimum

• No experience required
• Ability to perform the physical requirements necessary to receive, pick, pack, ship, and move materials throughout the warehouse and pipe department, including, but not limited to, standing, walking, bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, climbing ladders, cutting wire, and lifting materials weighing up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to operate and maneuver warehouse equipment, including, but not limited to, pallet jacks, forklifts, and push carts, and other large machinery, in the manner necessary to move materials and consistent with manufacturers’ instructions and safety instructions.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment, including the ability to perform physical requirements, adapt to seasonal changes, significant temperature variations, and inclement weather conditions.
• Ability to abide by safety instruction and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) or its equivalent is required.

Preferred

• 2-3 years of experience preferred: prior warehouse experience
• High school diploma or GED

Work Shift and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Compensation Details: The expected pay rate for this position is starting at $20.19 per hour ($18.19 per hour plus $2.00 differential) depending on experience.

Additional Information

• Steel toed boots required.

The Value Of Graybar

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
• Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
• Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.
• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.
• Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.
• Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.
• Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.
• Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.
• Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.
• And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever‑changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.

We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.

That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled