Warehouse Associate I

Mayer; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Warehouse Associate I in Portland, OR, where you'll play a crucial role in fulfilling customer orders and maintaining stock. This full-time position includes benefits such as paid holidays and a Monday to Friday schedule, ideal for work-life balance. Ideal candidates are organized, safety-minded, and ready to contribute to a team environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with Employer Match

Paid vacation and sick time

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Discount Programs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Certification to operate warehouse equipment preferred.
• Prior warehouse experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Filling customer orders and maintaining inventory.
• Receiving and stocking materials accurately.
• Operating machinery like forklifts as required.

Skills

General knowledge of electrical products

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to perform basic calculations

Excellent organization skills

Ability to work overtime

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Forklift certification

Pallet jack certification

Job description

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Rexel USA is recognized as a Great Place to Work!

Rexel USA is a leading distributor of electrical supplies, services, and solutions, which includes the following companies: Rexel, Gexpro, Platt & Mayer.

A career with us offers professional growth, career advancement, unlimited opportunities to learn and enjoy the work we do.

This position offers a MONDAY TO FRIDAY SCHEDULE, PAID HOLIDAYS & PAID TIME OFF! Join our team and you'll be home to play on the weekends!

The position of Warehouse Associate I will be based out of our E. Portland, OR location!

Summary

The Warehouse Associate I is responsible for efficiently and accurately filling customer orders, receiving, stocking, staging, and shipping material in a manner that meets company standards for safety, security, accuracy, and productivity. Responsible for all warehouse transactions, as well as the upkeep and maintenance of the branch warehouse environment and equipment.

What You'll Do

• Contribute to a culture and environment focused daily on employee safety and a safe work environment
• Follow established Standard Operating Procedures, Environmental Health and Safety Rules, and immediately address safety concerns
• Receive material coming into the building by vendors, customers, or other warehouses and verify the quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against the packing list
• Keep incoming orders stocked on shelves orderly and in designated area and report freight damage claims
• Prepare branch orders from the warehouse and ensure that the correct number and type of product is being shipped
• Process paperwork regarding shipments including but not limited to verifying that the merchandise to be shipped is correct, applying the correct postage tape and label, following customer shipping instructions, and insuring the shipment when necessary
• Operate machinery including forklift, reach truck, and wire cutting machine when required
• Load common carrier and company vehicles
• Inspect and perform minor maintenance on equipment
• Perform inventory counts and reconcile any discrepancies
• Make deliveries to branches/customers as needed
• Assist with other warehouse or branch duties as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.

What You'll Need

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Certification to operate forklift, hand truck, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment preferred
• If required to make deliveries:
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must pass a pre-employment and annual review of the Motor Vehicle Record
• Must obtain verification of non-expired medical certificate as required by law within 60 days of hire
• Must not have had a suspended driver's license for a traffic accident/violation within the past 3 years
• Must not have any at fault accidents in the past 3 years
• No experience required
• Prior warehouse experience a plus
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• General knowledge of electrical products a plus
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and customers
• Ability to handle basic issues and problems
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations to accurately complete job tasks
• Ability to organize and prioritize job tasks and requirements
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Basic computer knowledge
  
  

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Environment

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold Constantly – at least 51%
• Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock Constantly – at least 51%
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment Constantly – at least 51%
• Travels to offsite locations Occasionally – up to 20%
  
  

Physical Demands

• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position Occasionally – up to 20%
• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location Constantly – at least 51%
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery Constantly – at least 51%
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position ones self to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/ in server closet Constantly – at least 51%
• Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment Constantly – at least 51%
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions Constantly – at least 51%
  
  

Weight and Force

• Up to 10 pounds Constantly – at least 51%
• Up to 25 pounds Constantly – at least 51%
• Up to 50 pounds Constantly – at least 51%
• Up to 75 pounds Occasionally – up to 20%
  
  

“Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.”

Our Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• HSA Accounts
• Commuter Transit Benefits
• Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training & Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within
  
  

Warehouse Associate I

153781

Portland, OR

Platt

Supply Chain

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Wholesale

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