Distribution Center Wire Associate - 2nd shift

## Distribution Center Wire Associate - 2nd shiftApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Vandalia, OHtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-100901**About The Kendall Group**The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career.**Why The Kendall Group?**Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.Role Summary: Reporting to the Distribution Center Supervisor, the Distribution Center Wire Associate is responsible for receiving, storing, and distributing different products by performing various duties to help maintain overall efficiency and operation of the Distribution Center. In addition to these duties the Distribution Center Wire Associate may perform certain tasks requiring higher skill levels, troubleshooting, and may participate in the training of Distribution Center Associates.## **Exciting work you will do:**The essential duties and responsibilities of the Distribution Center Wire Associate position may consist of some or all, and are not limited to, the following:* Queue management in Company business system* Train owner associates on proper procedures* Operate wire cutting equipment using hand and foot controls* Use hydraulic machinery to assist in coiling and spooling wire cut orders* Utilize manual hand tools and power hand tools to assist in wire cutting operations* Performing defined Distribution Center activities specific to the receipt, placement into inventory, selection for shipment, and shipment of stock* Handling customer returns/defects* Pick orders accurately and promptly* Pack orders* Receive inventory accurately and promptly* Restock inventory in designated storage areas* Truck loading and unloading according to established procedures* Operate forklift, hand trucks or other equipment* Inventory cycle counting* Accurately identify and count inventory in assigned areas* Maintain quality and quantity performance and production standards* Participate in ongoing general housekeeping of Distribution Center* Check assigned equipment for proper operation/functionality and report problems to supervision* Follow safe work habits and established safety procedures* Wear appropriate PPE as defined by Owner-Associate Handbook* Participate in safety initiatives as assigned* Attend meetings and training sessions* Other Distribution Center tasks as assigned## ## **Competencies you possess:*** Service Excellence* Results, Action Oriented* Accountability and Responsibility* Teamwork and collaboration* Safety Conscious## ## **What you’ll need:*** **Work Experience**: 1 year of previous warehouse experience; 1 year of forklift experience* **Education:**High School Diploma or GED* **Analytics/Computer Skills:**Ability to use standard office equipment, including but not limited to computerized bar code scanner, printer, and standard warehouse equipment/tools; basic math and reasoning skills* **Organization Skills:**Excellent work ethic, good verbal, and communication skills; ability to work independently* **Cross-functional skills:**Ability to work effectively in a team environment and through the direction of a direct Supervisor or Distribution Center Lead; ability to identify product without the use of barcodes and scanning equipment; ability to operate hydraulic machinery and power hand tools to perform various tasks* **Communication Skills:** Ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization; know when to request assistance when appropriate, especially when lifting heavy objects* **Physical, Mental and Visual Skills:**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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions. + Ability to see/sit/stand/walk/talk and hear + Ability to lift, move, and carry up to 50lbs + Ability to maneuver up to 75lbs with the assistance of equipment + Ability to be on your feet for 8 hours a day + Ability to climb stair and step ladders, bend, stoop, crouch and kneel + Regularly use hand and finger dexterity to manipulate controls, tools, and objects* **Physical Environment:** While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to temperature conditions prevalent at the time; the noise level in the work environment is consistent with that of a distribution center## ## **Qualifications we prefer but don’t require:*** **Work Experience:** Previous experience picking orders with an RF scanner is preferred; ability to operate warehouse equipment including forklifts, hand trucks, crane, etc.The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr