Material handler/warehouse associate job description

We’re hiring a Warehouse Associate / Material Handler for our Tampa, FL Branch M-F (First Shift)

Omni Cable, LLC (OmniCable) is a premier redistributor of wire and cable, electrical products, and value-added services. OmniCable empowers our industry to be successful by providing an exceptional experience through operational excellence, accuracy and precision, and a partnership approach. With a multi-million dollar inventory and the acquisition of Houston Wire & Cable, we offer distributors products from the industry’s leading manufacturers. Since our founding in 1977, we only sell to distributors.

Currently, we are seeking a dedicated Warehouse Associate to join our team. In this role, your primary responsibility will be operating production equipment, either a Rim Drive or a Respooler that assists in cutting wire to a predetermined length. Besides cutting wire, an associate could also be asked to perform other standard order fulfillment tasks.

Warehouse Associate Job Responsibilities:

• Material Handling Equipment (MHE): Operating a forklift/order picker for pulling and putting away stock, order processing, loading and unloading trailers.
• Receiving: Inspect inbound stock for quality, count, and type. Ensure purchase order, packing slip and bill of lading for receipt accuracy; Process stock through computer entry while preparing inventory for put-away.
• Shipping: Select shipping method based on best practices to meet company requirements and customer expectations; Prepare orders for both LTL and small parcel shipment; Verify shipments are packed properly and accurately to ensure customer satisfaction
• Value-Add services: Operate different value adding wire machinery within the DC for order fulfillment. Typical equipment used includes stripe/dye machines, wire stripper, twister and lashing equipment.
• General Housekeeping & Equipment Maintenance: Follow safety standards for the specific job including filling out required equipment checklists; Responsible for keeping Distribution Center clean and organized; Follow strict adherence to 5S Standards of the work area

Warehouse Associate Job Requirements:

• Authorization to work in the United States
• Minimum of 18 years of age
• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Basic math skills
• High energy, dependability, and teamwork skills

NGK Spark Plugs is now hiring full-time Material Handlers & Warehouse Associates for our warehouse in Wood Dale, IL . We have openings on both 2nd and 3rd shift positions. Regular working hours are above, though overtime opportunities will be available. The workday can be between 8-10 hours each day based on business needs. OT pay is time and a half for over 40 hours in a week. There is also a .40 shift premium for working the 2nd shift, and a .50 shift premium for working the 3rd shift.

NGK is a very stable and successful automotive supplier and has sold auto parts worldwide since 1936. For a limited time, NGK is offering a sign-on bonus of $1,00 that is paid in full after 90 days!

Essential Duties:

• Pick/pack customer orders daily and other materials requested by Headquarters, Sales Offices, etc.
• Ensure correct materials are selected and scanned for each order.
• Prepare products for shipments and apply custom labels as needed.
• Check all outgoing shipments to customers and stock transfers.
• Receive finished goods and check for any discrepancies or damages.
• Loading/unloading of shipments.
• Sort, stage, and place materials or items on racks or bins according to the procedure.
• Perform restocking products in the warehouse.
• Assist with our periodic physical inventory count.
• Operate hand pallet jack and powered industrial trucks safely and responsibly.
• Complete daily inspections for power industrial trucks, and equipment.
• Maintain safe and clean areas following 5S principles.
• Help new hires understand current warehouse processes.
• Assists with projects and other assignments as necessary.
• Report any damage to racks, products, equipment, and any other safety hazards.
• Adhere to safety policy/procedures.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures including QMS-related policies as applicable.

Skills/Experience:

• Good communication skills in writing and verbally, using the English language
• Minimum of 1-year related experience preferred
• Good organizational skills
• Experience in operation of powered industrial trucks preferred (i.e., cherry picker, forklift, electric pallet Jack, etc.)
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide numbers

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to operate a keyboard and mouse
• Ability to see and hear (correctable)
• Ability to communicate verbally
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds
• Ability to walk
• Ability to stand for long periods
• Ability to climb, kneel/squat, bend, lift, carry
• Ability to push, pull, grasp, reach, twist
• Ability to work at heights using ladders or lifts
• Ability to work overtime regularly
• Ability to wear steel-toe shoes

Company DescriptionNGK drives innovation by honoring its commitment to integrity, perseverance and unity among its employees — from the executive suite to the factory line. With over 80 years of automotive expertise, we are driven by extreme dedication to performance and quality. From OEM to aftermarket, our people push the boundaries of innovation to bring the latest technologies to market under the NGK and NTK brands.

Job DescriptionAs a
Driver/Material Handler/Warehouse Associate
you will be responsible for fulfilling orders of customers, replenishment, returns, transfers, clean-up, providing excellent customer service, and assisting team members with daily tasks. If you are looking to be part of an amazing team that values the contributions of its staff, come apply with us!


What is Johnstone?
Johnstone Supply - New Jersey
is a family owned HVAC/R wholesale-distributor established in 1987. Currently there are nine branch locations in Northern/Central/Southern New Jersey and one in Staten Island New York.


What will you be doing as a Warehouse Associate:

• Handle the processing of incoming orders from suppliers
• Meet deadlines and schedules for routine procedures and deliveries.
• Handle shipping/receiving activity including, but not limited to UPS, auto freight, “will call,” store-to-store transfers and LTL shipments.
• Ensure pick/pack and transfer orders are picked and packed focused on quality and accuracy according to the daily schedule.
• Check-in corporate orders the same day that they are received.
• Maintain the accurate locations for all inventory items.
• Maintain materials in good order and condition during handling, shipping, receiving and storage.
• Ensure cycle counts are completed in an efficient and accurate manner. Cycle counts are performed daily, according to Inventory Control needs.
• Properly load and unload vehicles ensuring load security.
• Process all required paperwork in a timely manner to allow for prompt invoicing of clients.
• Operate pallet movers, hand-trucks, forklift trucks and other material handling equipment according to safety regulations.
• Assist in the maintenance and upkeep of all warehouse machinery and equipment.
• Perform any other duty or task as may be assigned from time to time by the Branch Manager.

What will you be doing as a Driver/ Material Handler:

• Duties listed above in Warehouse Associate description.
• Loading and unloading customer orders into company vehicle, delivering products to customers, and ensuring the maintenance, upkeep, and repairs of the company vehicles and warehouse.
• Following designated schedules and deadlines for delivery of local routes.

What we are looking for in a Warehouse Associate:

• Requires a High School Diploma/GED
• Preferred: Certification in Forklift Operation. Experience with a picker, RF scanner and inventory experience.
• Preferred: Previous experience with OSHA and safety regulations and procedures.
• Preferred: Experience or knowledge of material handling a warehouse and/or distribution facility of a HVAC or related field.
• Preferred: Knowledge of HVAC wholesale industry, principles and practices.
• Experience in inventory and materials control procedures.
• Must be a highly organized, detailed person who can monitor numerous projects at once and who can prioritize workload.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with coworkers of varying education levels.
• The sense of sight, speech (English), and hearing are required. Must possess excellent verbal, math and written communication skills.

What we are looking for in a Driver/ Material Handler:

• Requirements listed above in Warehouse Associate description
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred, but not required
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid Medical Certification Certificate

Johnstone Supply is More Than a Supply House
. By joining our team, you become part of a company with an established reputation of having a knowledgeable staff, unmatched customer service, efficiency-boosting technology offerings, widespread inventory and valuable training opportunities. You will join an employee family that believes in working as a team to accomplish company goals as well as facilitating the professional growth of individual team members.

In addition to being part of a company that will help you achieve your goals by continuous professional development, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, holidays, paid time off, extensive insurance options, 401K with an employer contribution, tuition reimbursement and employee discounts.