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At Independent Electric a Sonepar Company, successful Associates drive and promote our mindset of Adapt, Dare and Learn. We are focused on building customer centric strategies, inspiring, empowering and developing our associates who adapt to change and drive and deliver results.

JOB PURPOSE:

Plan, organize, supervise and participate in the operations and activities of the CDC; train, assign, supervise and evaluate assigned staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position has supervisory responsibility for the warehouse associates.
• This job operates in a professional warehouse environment with some outdoor exposure during the workday. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, and standard warehouse equipment such as hand trucks, box cutters and tape dispensers.
• 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.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

High School diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D), or 2-4 years of related warehouse experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LEVEL OF EXPERIENCE NEEDED: 3 years

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, associate degree preferred; a minimum of three years of experience in warehouse supervision; or Equivalent combination of Education and Experience.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Warehousing and stock control methods and procedures.
• Methods of receiving, inspecting and issuing materials.
• Materials, equipment and supplies used in an electrical distribution warehouse.
• Operation of a forklift and other assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Warehouse operations, procedures, equipment, and terminology.
• Space utilization and inventory techniques.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Inventory methods and practices.
• Principles and practices of training and providing work direction.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Plan, organize, supervise, and participate in the operations and activities of the Warehouse.
• Train, supervise and evaluate personnel.
• Utilize space efficiently and effectively.
• Maintain inventory.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Learn to operate a computer terminal and warehouse-related software.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Observe health and safety regulations.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Work overtime when needed.

LICENSES AND PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS:

• N/A

TRAVEL REQUIRED: None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to bend, stoop, lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds, unassisted.
• Stand and walk continuously throughout an 8-hour shift (up to 100% of the time).
• Climb ladders safely, work in dusty and dirty conditions; handle and store hazardous materials; clean and maintain a safe working environment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

ENVIRONMENT

WORK LOCATION: Onsite

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

The typical environment for this position is in a warehouse. Additional work environments may occasionally include offices, light industrial, commercial, utility and manufacturing. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Will include outdoor work exposed to elements and non-conditioned warehouse spaces.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Why work for Independent Electric?

At Independent Electric we embrace what makes us unique. We thrive on the diversity of our associates and the different ways each of us contributes to our success. What keeps us at the forefront of progress? Our people. No matter where they work or who they are, we trust in their individual skills and qualities and give them everything they need to reach their full potential.

Our Competitive Benefits?

401K Plan, Competitive Medical Plans (medical, dental, and vision), Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Personal, Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care), Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, Long term and Short term disability, Life Insurance and a Definitive Career Path.

About Independent Electric

Independent Electric opened in 1976 with ten employees to serve electrical contractors working in the high-tech aerospace industry. Today, Independent Electric operates 16 electrical supply branches in the Northern California area, San Francisco Bay area, Central Valley, Central Coast and 7 locations throughout Arizona. Independent Electric focuses on traditional electrical supply with dedicated specialists in lighting, switchgear, wire management, tool & safety, renewable energy and enhance logistics solutions to meet specific customer needs. Employing more than 550 people and managing over 1 million square feet of warehouse space, Independent Electric is one of the strongest electrical distributors in the markets we serve.

In August 2011, Independent Electric was acquired by Sonepar USA consisting of the finest locally managed electrical and industrial distributors throughout the United States. Sonepar is the world leader in electrical distribution.

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