Yard/Warehouse Rep

US LBM Holdings, LLC; Stafford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Supply Co., a Division of US LBM Holdings, LLC, is hiring a Yard/Warehouse Rep I in New Jersey. This entry-level position handles receiving, stocking and counting inventory, and requires safe forklift operation and accurate tallying of materials.

Responsibilities include assisting with organized work areas, delivering high-quality customer service, and complying with all safety policies and training requirements. Opportunities for advancement are available based on experience.

Qualifications

• The candidate must perform basic math and read orders clearly.
• Ability to read a tape measure is preferred and learnable.
• Strong written and verbal communication with customers and colleagues.
• Ability to handle conflicts professionally and anticipate problems.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn inventory software and mobile tools.

Responsibilities

• Receive, stock, and count inventory items.
• Operate forklift safely and assist loading/unloading.
• Maintain organized bays and staging areas.
• Record receipts and stock materials in proper locations.
• Provide excellent customer service and support inventory control.
• Follow safety policies and complete required trainings.

Skills

Basic math

Read orders

Write instructions

Tape measure reading

Customer and internal communication

Conflict resolution

Tech literacy (Inventory Control)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory Control Systems

Smartphone

Job description

Founded in 1965, Universal Supply operates locations in five states, Connecticut, Delaware, New Jersey, Maryland and Pennsylvania, providing professional builders with the best in specialty building products, including roofing, siding, windows, doors, cabinetry, millwork and fasteners.

A Brief Overview

The Yard/Warehouse Rep I receives, stocks, ships, orders and counts inventory items. This is an entry level position that is responsible for the safe operation of a forklift in order to stock all lumber and building materials. This person will perform duties within the established work and safety procedures.

Pay Rate

$18.00-$20.00/hr.

What you will do

• Operate safely.
• Participate in a positive work environment
• Assist warehouse associates and direct supervisor in maintaining an organized work environment.
• May include, emptying trash receptacles, and keeping all bays and staging areas clean and organized.
• Receive incoming products, commodities and materials.
• Provides Excellent Customer Service
• Count and record receipt of materials.
• Stock all material received in appropriate bins or storage locations.
• Assist inventory control in counting and organizing warehouse materials.
• Operate forklift with foot and hand controls.
• May use forklift to build outgoing orders or to load completed orders onto delivery equipment
• Operate facility equipment as necessary (e.g. bander, power tools, various hand tools).
• Monitor inventory as required by location management.
• Retain an awareness of the work environment critical to the task at hand to produce error free and damage free results.
• May operate a company vehicle to transport materials, perform deliveries, transfer inventory between locations, or complete other business-related tasks after completing required training and authorization, in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.

Required For All Jobs

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• Adhere to Company's commitment to workplace safety.
• Participate in and complete assigned trainings.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to do basic math, read orders, write instructions and complete forms.
• Ability/willingness to learn to read a tape measure.
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with customers, other employees and supervisors using verbal and written skills.
• Ability to deal constructively with conflict and recognize potential problems.
• Proficiency with or ability to learn current technologies (e.g. Smartphone, Inventory Control Systems, and other necessary business applications).

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record may be required based on location and job responsibilities.

Additional Potential Opportunities based on experience:

Yard/Warehouse Rep II

Yard/Warehouse Lead

Universal Supply Co., a Division of US LBM Holdings, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.