Lead Heavy Service Center Warehouse Material Handler - Wire Department

Graybar Electric Company; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid vacation & sick days

Disability benefits

Profit sharing

Job summary

Graybar Electric Company is hiring for a warehouse role in Union City, CA. The position involves cutting wire and cable, receiving, packing, and shipping inventory, and leading a work area to maximize efficiency.

Shift is Monday–Friday, 12:00pm–9:00pm, with an hourly pay starting at $28.00 plus department and shift differentials, depending on experience. Responsibilities include operating warehouse equipment, maintaining safety, and ensuring accurate material handling per WMS procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum Experience performing WMS processes and procedures at an advanced level is required.
• Ability to perform physical requirements to receive, pick, pack, ship, and move materials in a warehouse and pipe department; lift up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment (pallet jacks, forklifts, push carts) safely and per instructions.
• Must abide by safety instructions and wear PPE as required.
• Preferred High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical tasks to lift and move inventory throughout the warehouse.
• Operate and maneuver warehouse equipment and large machinery safely per manufacturer instructions.
• Maintain a clean, orderly warehouse; follow all safety procedures; conduct daily safety inspections.
• Cut wire and cable using machines; ensure accuracy of cuts.
• Load, measure, cut, spool, and bundle wires and cables per job orders.
• Fill product orders according to type, length, and size requested.
• Receive, identify, break down, store, and stock incoming material per WMS processes.
• Pack UPS orders following WMS processes for packing, weighing, and loading.
• Process non-UPS orders through WMS; prepare for transport and ensure timely carrier pickup.
• Prepare replenishment shipments per WMS for palletizing and handling.
• Handle stock tickets and cross-dock shipments per WMS procedures.
• Consolidate inventory and conduct cycle counts; address discrepancies per WMS.

Skills

WMS proficiency

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Safety awareness

Leadership (supervisory)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Wire cutting machines

PPE & safety gear

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. Perform leadership role and direct the work in an assigned area in order to accomplish tasks, maximize warehouse efficiencies and meet customer needs as directed by Warehouse and Branch Management.

Work Shift and Hours: Monday - Friday, 12:00pm - 9:00pm

Compensation Details: The expected pay rate for this position is starting at $28.00 per hour ($25.50 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.
• Handle daily maintenance of the WMS equipment, PCs, and wire department equipment; take care of miscellaneous repairs that require attention; work with the Information Technology Field Technician on computer projects and upgrades as required.

Experience, Educational, and Physical Requirements

• Minimum Experience performing WMS processes and procedures at an advanced level is 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 High school diploma or GED

The Value of Graybar

• 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?

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

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.