Senior Warehouse Associate - Wire Cutting (1st Shift)

Wesco; Illinois; On-site; USD 28,984 - 34,798; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Comprehensive insurance options

Training and development opportunities

National discounts on commonly used items

Job summary

Wesco is hiring a Senior Warehouse Associate in Illinois to manage specialized wire cutting applications and carry out various warehouse tasks. The position requires a high school diploma and one year of warehouse experience. Candidates must have a mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate necessary equipment.

The pay ranges from $21.04 to $25.26 per hour, depending on qualifications, experience, and shift timings. Benefits include generous paid time off, comprehensive insurance options, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1 year of warehouse operations experience preferred.
• Reach truck experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate wire cutting machinery to prepare specialized wire cuts for shipment.
• Calculate wire cutting length based on desired completion footage.
• Visually inspect wire for imperfections and part number accuracy.
• Maintain the wire aisle/wall in an orderly manner, follow housekeeping duties and safety requirements.
• Load, unload and move material in a safe manner manually or by using a forklift.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Mechanical and technical aptitude

Basic problem-solving skills

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Willingness to operate warehouse equipment

Knowledge of electrical, construction or mechanical products

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Wire cutting machinery

Job description

Job Description

We are hiring immediately for an experienced warehouse worker as a Senior Warehouse Associate at our distribution facility. Your experience and knowledge of receiving, picking, packing, shipping, wire cutting, and light assembly shows how it impacts others. We are Wesco. We enable the connected world – you help turn on the lights.

Shift

Day, Afternoon & Evening Shifts Are Available. Start times for 1st Shift vary by department and range from 4:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Transportation

This location is conveniently located near major bus routes, making it easily accessible by public transportation. Please check routes and schedules to ensure shift compatibility.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Warehouse Associate you will be performing specialized wire cutting applications and other value added services within the warehouse such as subsequent manufacturing and assembling ready to install products. You will be responsible for operating a cutting machine to cut, prepare and ship specialized wire, cable and related materials to our customers’ orders.

• Operate wire cutting machinery to prepare specialized wire cuts for shipment
• Calculate wire cutting length based on desired completion footage
• Visually inspect wire for imperfections and part number accuracy
• Maintain the wire aisle/wall in an orderly manner, follow housekeeping duties and safety requirements
• Load, unload and move material in a safe manner manually or by using a forklift or other approved device

Benefits

• Wesco provides opportunities to learn, develop, and build your career, with training and development opportunities and educational assistance to pursue your passions
• A benefits package designed with your total well-being in mind including generous paid time off, comprehensive insurance options for you and your family, 401k, and more
• National discounts on commonly used items (computers, appliances, services, etc.)
• Benefits may vary by location and union environment

Education & Experience

• High school degree or equivalent preferred
• 1 year of warehouse operations experience preferred
• Reach truck experience preferred

Skills & Requirements

• Basic computer skills preferred
• Mechanical and technical aptitude
• Basic problem-solving skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 poundsAbility to be on your feet for extended periods
• Willingness to operate warehouse equipment, including power equipment
• Knowledge of electrical, construction or mechanical products preferred

Compensation

$21.04 - $25.26 Per Hour

This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.

For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This posting is not tied to a specific vacancy. Candidates will be considered for current or future opportunities at this location.