Rexel USA is hiring: Warehouse Associate in Youngstown
Rexel USA, Youngstown, OH, United States, 44502
Overview
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Rexel USA is recognized as a Great Place to Work! Rexel USA is a leading distributor of electrical supplies, services, and solutions, including Rexel, Gexpro, Platt & Mayer.
A career with us offers professional growth, career advancement, unlimited opportunities to learn and enjoy the work we do.
This position offers a MONDAY TO FRIDAY SCHEDULE, PAID HOLIDAYS & PAID TIME OFF. You’ll be home on weekends!
The position of Warehouse Associate will be based out of our Youngstown, OH location.
Warehouse Associate I, II, or Senior level: Employee’s level and pay will be dependent on their level of experience, knowledge, and capabilities.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to a culture and environment focused on employee safety and a safe work environment. Follow established Standard Operating Procedures, Environmental Health and Safety Rules, and immediately address safety concerns
- Receive material coming into the building by vendors, customers, or other warehouses. Verify the quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against the packing list
- Keep incoming orders stocked on shelves in designated areas and report freight damage claims
- Prepare branch orders from the warehouse and ensure that the correct number and type of product is being shipped
- Process paperwork regarding shipments including, but not limited to, verifying that the merchandise to be shipped is correct, applying the correct postage, tape, and label, following customer shipping instructions, and insuring the shipment when necessary
- Operate machinery including forklift, reach truck, and wire cutting machine when required
- Load common carrier and company vehicles
- Inspect and perform minor maintenance on equipment
- Perform inventory counts and reconcile any discrepancies
- Make deliveries to branches/customers as needed
- Assist with other warehouse or branch duties as needed
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Certification to operate forklift, hand truck, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment preferred
- If required to make deliveries:
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must pass a pre-employment and annual review of Motor Vehicle Record
- Must obtain verification of non-expired medical certificate as required by law within 60 days of hire
- Must not have had a suspended driver's license for a traffic accident/violation within the past 3 years
- Must not have any at-fault accidents in the past 3 years
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- General knowledge of electrical products a plus
- Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and customers
- Ability to handle basic issues and problems
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations to accurately complete job tasks
- Ability to organize and prioritize job tasks and requirements
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to work overtime as needed
- Basic computer knowledge
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
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. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working Environment
- Exposed to high noise levels and/or exposure to heat and cold, Constantly – at least 51%
- Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock, Constantly – at least 51%
- Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment, Constantly – at least 51%
- Travels to offsite locations, Occasionally – up to 20%
Physical Demands
- Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position, Occasional – up to 20%
- Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location, Constantly – at least 51%
- Use hands to finger, handle or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery, Constantly – at least 51%
- Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to position oneself to maintain computers in the lab, including under desks and in the server closet, Constantly – at least 51%
- Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, Constantly – at least 51%
- Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions, Constantly – at least 51%
Weight and Force
- Up to 10 pounds
- Up to 25 pounds
- Up to 50 pounds
“Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.”
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401K with Employer Match
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health & Wellness Programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- HSA Accounts
- Commuter Transit Benefits
- Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few
- Employee Discount Programs
- Professional Training & Development Programs
- Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within
Location
Warehouse: Rexel USA – Youngstown, OH
Accessibility
If you encounter difficulty using our online application system due to disability and would like to request reasonable accommodation, email staffing@rexelusa.com or call (888) 739-3547
Seniority level
- Entry level
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Management and Manufacturing
Industries
- Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing