Warehouse/Counter Service

R.E. Michel Company, LLC; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Life and AD&D Insurance

Job summary

R.E. Michel Company, LLC in Charlottesville, VA, is seeking a Warehouse/Counter Service individual for full-time duties. The role encompasses fast-paced customer interactions, inventory management, and safe operation of material handling equipment. Successful candidates will demonstrate excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to handle various warehouse responsibilities efficiently.

This position offers a competitive benefit package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proficient in operating material handling equipment.
• Ability to read invoices and stock numbers correctly.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide fast and friendly customer service.
• Ensure commitments to customers are met.
• Load and unload deliveries safely.
• Maintain warehouse appearance and operations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Material handling

Basic understanding of Heating and Cooling systems

Education

Ability to obtain valid driver's license

Ability to obtain a DOT required Med Card

Tools

Prophet 21

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse/Counter Service

Full Time/Non-Exempt

Location: Charlottesville, VA

Reports To: Branch Manager

General Summary

This position's duties include several areas of branch operations: answering telephone calls, servicing customers, using computer to generate invoice, loading item(s) in customer's vehicle. Responsible for the safe operation of all branch material handling equipment while pulling accurate orders, loading branch and customer vehicles and timely deliveries to customer locations.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide fast and friendly customer service by following "Customer First" standards, in person or over the telephone.
• Display positive attitude by greeting customers as they enter the branch.
• Ensure commitments made to customer are met/exceeds expectation.
• Pull customer orders from warehouse and load into company delivery trucks, branch, or customer vehicle or stage items for pick up while using safe material handling procedures.
• Produce and complete accurate paperwork including but not limited to invoices, C.O.D.'s, special orders, vendor purchase orders, shipping and receiving paperwork.
• Ensure all product leaving the branch is billed. Collect payment via cash or credit card and by following all money handling procedures.
• Follow procedure to process all customer returns and warranties the same day it is received.
• Unload deliveries to branch by hand or by using material handling equipment (MHE) and place product in assigned stocking areas.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of lift truck or other MHE. Keep forklift in good working order and properly maintained.
• Immediately report damage, safety issues, and accidents to supervisor.
• Perform all warehouse related duties including maintaining the appearance of the warehouse and entire facility. Duties include but are not limited to clearing debris, pallets and cartons, sweeping, vacuuming, cleaning bathroom, emptying trash, and tidying shelves.
• Maintain appearance of yard and parking area by removing trash daily.
• Verify accuracy of incoming orders by counting before product is securely stocked on racking and organized/stocked correctly to prevent damage. Immediately report discrepancies to supervisor.
• Process, prepare and receive all product shipped by UPS.
• Make deliveries to customer locations whenever necessary or assist primary driver on delivery.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Education and Qualifications

• Basic understanding of Heating and Cooling systems, parts and supplies is preferred, but not required.
• Exemplify excellent verbal communication skills with the general public and/or customers.
• Excellent attitude and interpersonal skills necessary to service customers in the branch, on the telephone or at the delivery site.
• Demonstrated proficiency while operating a computer and Prophet 21.
• Ability to read invoices, catalogs, stock numbers and descriptions to accurately identify items.

Position requires individual to successfully complete Federal DOT motor carrier requirements to operate a commercial motor vehicle such as valid driver's license, clean/safe driving record with the ability to obtain a DOT required Med Card.

Work Environment

Fast-paced environment where frequent interruptions may occur. Requires frequent bending, climbing, movement, and lifting during physical loading/unloading of trucks and when stocking products. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat. The work schedule is typically Monday through Friday and some Saturdays (half day). This is a safety sensitive position.

Benefit Package Includes

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Prescription Plans
• Wellness Discounts through Blue365
• Access to 24-Hour Nurse Advice Hotline
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance for Employees, Spouses/Domestic Partners and Dependents
• Short- and Long-term disability
• Critical Illness/Accident Insurance/Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Employee Discount
• Employee Uniform Program
• Access to Working Advantage- Discounts on Entertainment, Shopping and MORE!
• Access to LifeMart- Discounts on Hotels, Apple Products and MORE!
• Career Advancement Opportunities & On-site training courses
• Weekly Pay- Every Friday