Border States
Employee-Owned. Customer-Driven.
This position will report to:
Macklin S McKinney
Application Deadline:
Until filled
Please note that the position may be filled before or after the listed application deadline. Applications will only be accepted while the posting remains active.
This position will be located in:
Maple Grove, MN
This position is posted:
Both Internally and Externally
Job Summary The Warehouse Lead leads the day-to-day operations of the warehouse in providing warehouse and delivery services. Responsible for the security and maintenance of the building and grounds and safe operations of all warehouse equipment and vehicles. Performs the duties of the Warehouse Associate and leads and coordinates activities associated with the inventory process.
Responsibilities Essential Functions
Leads and coordinates the flow of work and coordinates team members accordingly.
Responsible for the training or cross-training of associates in safe and efficient operations.
Responsible for the security and maintenance of the building and grounds so the property is neat and safe within Border States and government standards.
Responsible for the maintenance and safe operations of all warehouse equipment and vehicles in accordance with Border States, our vendors, and/or any government standards.
Performs the appropriate SAP functions to ensure the warehouse and deliveries runs as efficiently and accurately as possible.
Performs the duties of the Warehouse Associate.
Leads and coordinates activities associated with our inventory process.
Communicates with internal customers on orders, inventory, and deliveries, etc.
Non-essential Functions
May assist with maintaining all our current driver's records to satisfy our requirements and the requirements of all state and federal regulations.
May perform the duties of the delivery drivers, as needed.
Assists to make sure all drivers meet Commercial Driver Licensing (CDL) requirements if they drive trucks that are above 26,000 lbs.
Assists with daily safety meetings, updates and concerns.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor or designate.
Qualifications
Two-year business/trade degree or the equivalent in work experience.
Prior supervisory experience with a minimum of three years of prior warehouse distribution and/or city desk experience preferred.
Good knowledge of electrical products or systems preferred.
Must have a valid driver's license to operate company vehicles.
Prior experience operating a forklift is preferred.
Prefer strong working knowledge of PC for Windows, Microsoft Office (Excel and Word), Internet, Email and SAP software.
Skills and Abilities
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication and reading skills.
Ability to effectively plan and organize.
Excellent customer service skills include being competent, accurate, responsive and engaged.
Ability to maintain a positive attitude and lead by example.
Physical Requirements Lift and carry requirements (weight and frequency):
Occassionally 0 - 33%; Frequently 34 - 66%; Continuously 67 - 100%
Lift from Floor to Waist:
less than 10 lbs – Occasionally; 10 to 25 lbs – Occasionally; 26 to 50 lbs – Occasionally; 51 to 75 lbs – Occasionally; 76 to 100 lbs – Occasionally; 101+ lbs – Occasionally
Above Waist Lift:
less than 10 lbs – Occasionally; 10 to 25 lbs – Occasionally; 26 to 50 lbs – Occasionally; 51 to 75 lbs – Occasionally; 76 to 100 lbs – Occasionally; 101+ lbs – Not at all
Unilateral Carry:
less than 10 lbs – Occasionally; 10 to 25 lbs – Occasionally; 26 to 50 lbs – Not at all; 51 to 75 lbs – Not at all; 76 to 100 lbs – Not at all; 101+ lbs – Not at all
Bilateral Carry:
less than 10 lbs – Occasionally; 10 to 25 lbs – Occasionally; 26 to 50 lbs – Occasionally; 51 to 75 lbs – Occasionally; 76 to 100 lbs – Not at all; 101+ lbs – Not at all
Physical Activity Frequency at which you would do the following in a typical day:
Sitting (continuous period of being seated) – Frequently
Standing (for sustained periods) – Occasionally
Walking (moving about on foot to accomplish tasks) – Occasionally
Bending/Stooping (downward and forward) – Occasionally
Crawling (hands and knees or hands and feet) – Not at all
Climbing/Walking Stairs – Occasionally
Reaching (extending arms in any direction) – Frequently
Crouching/Squatting (bending the body downward) – Occasionally
Kneeling – Not at all
Balancing – Frequently
Repetitive Motion (wrists, hands, fingers) – Occasionally
Trunk Rotation – Occasionally
Pushing/Pulling – Occasionally
Handling (pressure to object with fingers and palm) – Continuously
Fingering (typing) – Frequently
Talking – Occasionally
Driving (forklift operation) – Frequently
Desk Work – Occassionally
Use of tools – Frequently
Hearing – Continuously
Exposure to adverse weather & temperature conditions – Frequently
Travel – Not at all
Additional Information This job description is a summary of the job duties and responsibilities and is not intended to cover all possible job duties and is subject to change at the employer's discretion. Employees must be able to perform the essential job duties and satisfy job requirements either with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Pay range:
$20.41/hr - $28.00/hr, depending on experience.
Our History
Border States is a leader in the electrical supply distribution industry with approximately 130 locations in 31 states. Our employee-owners are dedicated to delivering top-notch customer service. Border States has a competitive benefits package and is a 100 percent employee-owned company. Employee-ownership is a significant part of our culture and our success stems from the dedication of our employee-owners. We practice open-book management and empower employee-owners to be innovative and decisive to respond quickly to customer needs.
Values
As a Border States employee-owner, you're responsible for living our mission, service philosophy and service standards.
Our Purpose
We believe unstoppable businesses shouldn't go it alone. We are owners - of relationships, of outcomes, of every moment these unstoppable businesses need to deliver.
Service Philosophy
We earn customer loyalty and confidence by caring about their needs and adding value to everything we do.
Service Standards
Border States employee-owners are competent, accurate, responsive, and engaged.
Your career
Join an experienced team at one of the largest electrical distributors in the United States. What are you waiting for?
Benefits
Border States has a competitive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Health, Dental and Vision Benefits; Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity; FSA & HSA; ESOP; Disability Benefits; 401(k); Life Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Holidays; Paid Volunteer Time; Personal Leave time and more. Bonuses may be awarded upon achievement of branch and company goals.
Equal Opportunity
Border States is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of all employee-owners.
Drug Free/Smoke Free workplace
Employment may be contingent on pre-employment screenings including: Criminal background check; Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check for roles involving driving; Drug testing. MVR and drug testing may vary by role and will be communicated during onboarding.
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This position will report to:
Macklin S McKinney
Application Deadline:
Until filled
Please note that the position may be filled before or after the listed application deadline. Applications will only be accepted while the posting remains active.
This position will be located in:
Maple Grove, MN
This position is posted:
Both Internally and Externally
Job Summary The Warehouse Lead leads the day-to-day operations of the warehouse in providing warehouse and delivery services. Responsible for the security and maintenance of the building and grounds and safe operations of all warehouse equipment and vehicles. Performs the duties of the Warehouse Associate and leads and coordinates activities associated with the inventory process.
Responsibilities Essential Functions
Leads and coordinates the flow of work and coordinates team members accordingly.
Responsible for the training or cross-training of associates in safe and efficient operations.
Responsible for the security and maintenance of the building and grounds so the property is neat and safe within Border States and government standards.
Responsible for the maintenance and safe operations of all warehouse equipment and vehicles in accordance with Border States, our vendors, and/or any government standards.
Performs the appropriate SAP functions to ensure the warehouse and deliveries runs as efficiently and accurately as possible.
Performs the duties of the Warehouse Associate.
Leads and coordinates activities associated with our inventory process.
Communicates with internal customers on orders, inventory, and deliveries, etc.
Non-essential Functions
May assist with maintaining all our current driver's records to satisfy our requirements and the requirements of all state and federal regulations.
May perform the duties of the delivery drivers, as needed.
Assists to make sure all drivers meet Commercial Driver Licensing (CDL) requirements if they drive trucks that are above 26,000 lbs.
Assists with daily safety meetings, updates and concerns.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor or designate.
Qualifications
Two-year business/trade degree or the equivalent in work experience.
Prior supervisory experience with a minimum of three years of prior warehouse distribution and/or city desk experience preferred.
Good knowledge of electrical products or systems preferred.
Must have a valid driver's license to operate company vehicles.
Prior experience operating a forklift is preferred.
Prefer strong working knowledge of PC for Windows, Microsoft Office (Excel and Word), Internet, Email and SAP software.
Skills and Abilities
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication and reading skills.
Ability to effectively plan and organize.
Excellent customer service skills include being competent, accurate, responsive and engaged.
Ability to maintain a positive attitude and lead by example.
Physical Requirements Lift and carry requirements (weight and frequency):
Occassionally 0 - 33%; Frequently 34 - 66%; Continuously 67 - 100%
Lift from Floor to Waist:
less than 10 lbs – Occasionally; 10 to 25 lbs – Occasionally; 26 to 50 lbs – Occasionally; 51 to 75 lbs – Occasionally; 76 to 100 lbs – Occasionally; 101+ lbs – Occasionally
Above Waist Lift:
less than 10 lbs – Occasionally; 10 to 25 lbs – Occasionally; 26 to 50 lbs – Occasionally; 51 to 75 lbs – Occasionally; 76 to 100 lbs – Occasionally; 101+ lbs – Not at all
Unilateral Carry:
less than 10 lbs – Occasionally; 10 to 25 lbs – Occasionally; 26 to 50 lbs – Not at all; 51 to 75 lbs – Not at all; 76 to 100 lbs – Not at all; 101+ lbs – Not at all
Bilateral Carry:
less than 10 lbs – Occasionally; 10 to 25 lbs – Occasionally; 26 to 50 lbs – Occasionally; 51 to 75 lbs – Occasionally; 76 to 100 lbs – Not at all; 101+ lbs – Not at all
Physical Activity Frequency at which you would do the following in a typical day:
Sitting (continuous period of being seated) – Frequently
Standing (for sustained periods) – Occasionally
Walking (moving about on foot to accomplish tasks) – Occasionally
Bending/Stooping (downward and forward) – Occasionally
Crawling (hands and knees or hands and feet) – Not at all
Climbing/Walking Stairs – Occasionally
Reaching (extending arms in any direction) – Frequently
Crouching/Squatting (bending the body downward) – Occasionally
Kneeling – Not at all
Balancing – Frequently
Repetitive Motion (wrists, hands, fingers) – Occasionally
Trunk Rotation – Occasionally
Pushing/Pulling – Occasionally
Handling (pressure to object with fingers and palm) – Continuously
Fingering (typing) – Frequently
Talking – Occasionally
Driving (forklift operation) – Frequently
Desk Work – Occassionally
Use of tools – Frequently
Hearing – Continuously
Exposure to adverse weather & temperature conditions – Frequently
Travel – Not at all
Additional Information This job description is a summary of the job duties and responsibilities and is not intended to cover all possible job duties and is subject to change at the employer's discretion. Employees must be able to perform the essential job duties and satisfy job requirements either with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Pay range:
$20.41/hr - $28.00/hr, depending on experience.
Our History
Border States is a leader in the electrical supply distribution industry with approximately 130 locations in 31 states. Our employee-owners are dedicated to delivering top-notch customer service. Border States has a competitive benefits package and is a 100 percent employee-owned company. Employee-ownership is a significant part of our culture and our success stems from the dedication of our employee-owners. We practice open-book management and empower employee-owners to be innovative and decisive to respond quickly to customer needs.
Values
As a Border States employee-owner, you're responsible for living our mission, service philosophy and service standards.
Our Purpose
We believe unstoppable businesses shouldn't go it alone. We are owners - of relationships, of outcomes, of every moment these unstoppable businesses need to deliver.
Service Philosophy
We earn customer loyalty and confidence by caring about their needs and adding value to everything we do.
Service Standards
Border States employee-owners are competent, accurate, responsive, and engaged.
Your career
Join an experienced team at one of the largest electrical distributors in the United States. What are you waiting for?
Benefits
Border States has a competitive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Health, Dental and Vision Benefits; Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity; FSA & HSA; ESOP; Disability Benefits; 401(k); Life Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Holidays; Paid Volunteer Time; Personal Leave time and more. Bonuses may be awarded upon achievement of branch and company goals.
Equal Opportunity
Border States is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of all employee-owners.
Drug Free/Smoke Free workplace
Employment may be contingent on pre-employment screenings including: Criminal background check; Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check for roles involving driving; Drug testing. MVR and drug testing may vary by role and will be communicated during onboarding.
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