Lead Receiving Associate

There’s a Place for You at OneSource Distributors

A career at OneSource is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. OneSource offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate throughout Arizona, Hawaii, and all of California. We are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. At OneSource, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can provide exciting opportunities to grow your career.

Receiving Lead

The Receiving Lead coordinates daily receiving operations within the distribution center and serves as a working lead for the receiving team. This role supports accurate, timely receipt, inspection, processing, and storage of incoming materials while promoting a safe, organized, and productive warehouse environment.

What you will do:

• Lead daily receiving operations and prioritize inbound workload to support timely processing of   shipments.
• Coordinate unloading, inspection, verification, and put-away of incoming products and materials.
• Verify quantities, product condition, and documentation against packing slips, purchase orders, and bills of lading.
• Investigate and help resolve receiving discrepancies, damaged shipments, and vendor-related issues.
• Ensure products are accurately scanned, labeled, and stored in designated warehouse locations.
• Monitor receiving workflow and support productivity, service, and inventory accuracy goals.
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory audits, and inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Train, coach, and support receiving associates on warehouse processes, safety practices, and company procedures.
• Promote safety, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready receiving area.
• Communicate with Purchasing, Inventory Control, Operations, and branch personnel regarding inbound shipments and inventory concerns.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Position is responsible for turning in discrepancy paperwork daily.

What you will bring:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of warehouse, receiving, distribution, or logistics experience.
• Previous lead, team lead, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience using warehouse management systems, RF scanners, and inventory control processes.
• Strong knowledge of receiving, inventory management, and warehouse operations.
• Ability to identify process improvements and resolve operational issues.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and warehouse technology systems.
• Electrical distribution industry experience preferred but not required.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Regular standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, and climbing.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Warehouse environment with varying temperatures and moderate noise levels.
• Required use of appropriate personal protective equipment and adherence to all safety policies.

Location : This role is based in San Leandro, CA.

Work hours : 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Salary Range: This is a non-exempt position and pays between $25.48 - $29.73 per hour. This salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, within California. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role.

What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
• Robust wellness program
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

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OneSource Distributors 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.

OneSource is 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 View phone number on career.sonepar.com or email  View email address on career.sonepar.com

OneSource Distributors is a M/F/Disabled and Vet EEO/AA employer