Warehouse Lead

Sonepar Canada, Inc.; Little Rock, Northern (AR, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Plan

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Floating Holiday

On Demand Pay

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Irby Utilities is a leading provider of utility distribution solutions. The Warehouse Lead will support our valued customers by ensuring stock is accurately received, stored, and prepared for shipment in a fast-paced environment.

You will direct day-to-day warehouse activities—receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory control—while maintaining safety and quality standards. The role emphasizes teamwork and dependable execution.

Qualifications

• Basic computer operation skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong work ethic, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Customer focused and team oriented.
• Ability to safely lift packages and objects sometimes exceeding 50 pounds.
• Physical ability to stand on your feet most of the day.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision.

Responsibilities

• Direct and perform a variety of warehousing duties such as loading, checking, order picking, and shipping.
• Monitor and verify the accuracy of outbound shipments.
• Ensure that all customer orders and branch transfers are filled, packaged, loaded and delivered correctly and on time.
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies to move stock or reorganize storage.
• Monitor equipment maintenance and housekeeping. Lead the team concerning best practices, and proper procedures and ensure a safe and productive work environment.
• Assist and direct efficiency inventory management and cycle counts.
• Participate in ordering or purchasing standard stock items, such as recommending additions or deletions to standard stock items or ordering replenishments within established procedures and limits.
• Assist in the training and development of Warehouse associates. May monitor attendance, hours worked and job performance.
• Be courteous in all contact with company customers.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Customer service

Lifts up to 50 lbs

Physical stamina

Vision requirements

Job description

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As one of the largest utility distribution organizations in America, we constantly strive to bring our best to our customers, suppliers, and fellow associates. Irby Utilities is uniquely positioned to provide dynamic solutions to essential utility services impacting our local and broader communities.

Job Summary

The Warehouse Lead will supply our valued customers with the necessary items they need to grow their business every day. This position will thrive off a high-energy environment with dedicated team members who get the job done. We have a positive reputation for taking care of the details, complete and accurate packages, and exceptional service. The responsibility of this role is to direct the day-today warehouse activities including receiving and processing incoming stock and materials, picking and filling orders from stock, packing and shipping orders, or managing, organizing, and retrieving stock in the warehouse.

• Direct and perform a variety of warehousing duties such as loading, checking, order picking, and shipping.
• Monitor and verify the accuracy of outbound shipments.
• Ensure that all customer orders and branch transfers are filled, packaged, loaded and delivered correctly and on time.
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies to move stock or reorganize storage.
• Monitor equipment maintenance and housekeeping. Lead the team concerning best practices, and proper procedures and ensure a safe and productive work environment.
• Assist and direct efficiency inventory management and cycle counts.
• Participate in ordering or purchasing standard stock items, such as recommending additions or deletions to standard stock items or ordering replenishments within established procedures and limits.
• Assist in the training and development of Warehouse associates. May monitor attendance, hours worked and job performance.
• Be courteous in all contact with company customers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic computer operation skills
• Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Strong work ethic, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Customer focused and team oriented
• Ability to safely lift packages and objects sometimes exceeding 50 pounds
• Physical ability to stand on your feet most of the day
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision,

Preferred Qualifications

• Two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Completion of PEAK I & II if applicable.
• Experience operating forklifts or other materials handling equipment
• Experience in operating large vehicles in tight and congested areas

Why work for Irby?

Irby Utilities is a crucial link in the distribution chain, connecting manufacturers to their customers in electrical power, natural gas, and broadband services. Our team delivers end-to-end solutions through logistical and operational support, sales and account management, project services, data analysis, and more. We firmly attribute our success to our people in each of these fields, and we are constantly advancing our skills and abilities.

401K Plan, Competitive Medical Plans (medical, dental, and vision), Paid Time Off, Paid Company Holidays, Floating Holiday, On Demand Pay, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care), Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, Long-term and Short-term Disability, and Life Insurance.

About Irby

Irby is a leading fulfillment and solutions provider for utility and utility contracting marketplaces. Pairing nearly 100 years of utility experience with the industry’s top technologies and manufacturers, Irby is poised to provide innovative products and customized services to serve its nationwide client base best. Irby offers a complete portfolio to each of its core business segments: distribution, transmission, substation, generation, renewable energy, EPC, fiber/broadband communications, and gas. Visit irby.com for more.

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email [e-mail] .