Hose Tech Driver (Primary)

Mid West Hose And Specialty; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Health and dental insurance

Job summary

Midwest Hose & Specialty in Sulphur, LA, is seeking a Customer Service / Warehouse Associate to assist customers, process orders, assemble hoses, and manage local deliveries.

You will use our catalog, work with ERP, maintain store standards, and support supply chain activities in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Prior warehouse and delivery experience preferred.
• Supply chain management experience preferred.
• Prior hose assembly experience highly preferred but not required.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Must pass an MVR.

Responsibilities

• Assist telephone and walk-in customers.
• Help customers select parts using the catalog.
• Process orders through ERP; cash, credit, and checks.
• Assemble hoses and inspect connections for proper fit.
• Maintain store condition and visual merchandising.
• Deliver local orders and assist with deliveries.
• Move, lift and handle parts; standing 100% daily.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Warehouse experience

Forklift experience

Time management

Heavy lifting

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Summary of Position:Enhance customer satisfaction, meet sales and profitability goals, assemble industrial hoses, ensure quality of finished products, manage supply chain of products. Deliver and pick up local products.Roles and Responsibilities:Assist telephone and walk-in customersUnderstanding and utilizing catalog to assist customers in part selectionInitiating customer orders and counter orders through ERPCash, credit, and check processingEnsure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent serviceHose assembly processPrepare work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, and parts lists; gather parts, subassemblies, and materialsSelect and use proper tools and equipment for each task such as saws, crimpers, tape measures and calipersAssembles components by examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and subassembliesSupply chain managementIdentify and select proper parts to assemble a wide variety of hosesDocument actions by completing production and quality formsCoil hose as required to prepare for delivery to customerSell, service, and promote Midwest Hose product line to external customersMaintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standardsMaintain professionalism in the work placePerform any other assigned proprietary dutiesQualifications and Requirements:Good reading and writing skillsMust be able to pass an MVRGreat verbal and written communication skillsCompassionate and patient customer service skillsHigh attention to detailActive listening skillsCommitment to work additional hours as needed to complete orders received dailyEnergetic, outgoing, and positive attitudeGood organization skillsReliable and dependableProlonged standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting – 100% daily (subject to change daily)Assist in lifting, pushing, and/or pulling up to 70 lbs. (occasionally up to 100 lbs.); receiving unloads up to 100%; order pulling up to 100%Must be able to meet the physical demands typical in a warehouse environment including but not limited to grasping and fine manipulations with hands, reaching, squatting, climbing, activities working around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, exposure to light dust and fumesAbility to prioritize and manage timeEducation and Experience:High School diploma or GED (required)Prior warehouse and delivery experience (required)Supply chain management experience (preferred but not required)Prior hose assembly experience (highly preferred but not required)Forklift experience (preferred but not required)About Us:Midwest Hose is one of the largest hose and fitting wholesale distributors in North America. Since opening our doors in 1983, we’ve steadily grown and continue to build our loyal customer base, which speaks to how enthusiastic we are for the future! Here at Midwest Hose & Specialty, we believe our employees are the driving force behind our business. We treat each person with the respect and value they deserve.We provide ample room for upward mobility and advancement within the company, promoting from within and rewarding team members with opportunities for growth and pay increases! We offer competitive pay, career advancement based on performance, and a premier benefits package that includes:Very competitive compensation401(k) plan with company matchComprehensive health and dental insurance with employer contributionsBasic life and AD&D insurancePaid holidays3 weeks of paid vacationGreat work/life balanceCasual dress environmentCareer longevityProfessional growthParental leaveAdditional Information:As part of our commitment to a safe and productive workplace, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen.If you want to be part of a growing company and believe that Midwest Hose & Specialty is the place for you to begin your new career path, please apply today!Midwest Hose & Specialty is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.