Heavy Service Center Warehouse Material Handler - Wire Department

Graybar Electric Company; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation & sick days

Job summary

Graybar is seeking a warehouse associate in Union City, CA to receive, store, pick, pack and ship inventory using a Warehouse Management System (WMS). The role requires interpreting orders, cutting wire and cable, and handling materials safely in a fast-paced environment.

You will operate pallet jacks, forklifts, and other equipment, perform daily safety inspections, and contribute to accurate counts and stock organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of warehouse experience.
• Ability to perform physical tasks and lift up to 70 pounds.
• Experience operating pallet jacks, forklifts, and other large machinery.
• Ability to work in varied temperatures and weather conditions.
• Must follow safety procedures and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical duties to lift and move inventory.
• Operate warehouse equipment and large machinery per instructions.
• Maintain the warehouse in an orderly state and follow safety procedures.
• Cut wire and cable with machines and ensure accuracy.
• Fill orders, measure, cut, spool, and bundle wires per orders.
• Receive, identify, break down, and store material per WMS.
• Pack and ship UPS orders following WMS packing steps.
• Conduct cycle counts and verify bin locations; handle stock discrepancies.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation

Lifting up to 70 pounds

WMS knowledge

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jacks / forklifts

WMS system

Job description

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.

Work Shift and Hours: Monday - Friday, 12:00pm - 9:00pm - Overtime will be required.

Compensation Details: The expected pay rate for this position is starting at $26.00 per hour ($23.50 per hour + $1.00 per hour department differential + $1.50 per hour shift differential), depending on experience.

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 Minimum of 1 year of experience required: Prior warehouse experience
• 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 Job Requirements

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

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

Graybar, a Fortune 500 company, specializes in supply chain management services, and is a leading North American distributor of high quality components, equipment, and materials. We serve the construction market, the commercial, institutional, and government (CIG) market, and the industrial and utility markets. Graybar products and services support new construction, infrastructure updates, building renovation, facility maintenance, repair and operations, and original equipment manufacturing.