Warehouse Associate

We’re looking for a FUN, ENERGETIC, TEAM-DRIVEN person to join our expert Warehouse Team! The purpose of this position is to support the Branch Operations Manager and oversee the assigned warehouse and all related warehouse staff while ensuring that technicians and installers can safely receive the parts and equipment necessary for their jobs. If you are interested please apply today!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Utilize purchase orders when obtaining parts and equipment.
• Ensure techs are provided replenishment parts utilizing tech bin system and be contact person for technicians in the warehouse.
• Ensure job materials and equipment are staged for the Installation team for pending install jobs.
• Ensure inventory levels are maintained appropriately and make replenishment orders with specified vendors.
• Communicate with Sales Team and Install Team on product availability, both inventoried and special-order product or equipment.
• Assist the accounting department with physical inventory counts on vans & warehouse as needed.
• Process necessary inventory transactions/adjustments in accounting system.
• Ensure that warranty part paperwork is turned in to warranty coordinator in a timely manner.
• Keep the warehouse area neat, clean, and safe, including the outdoor area surrounding the building.
• Ensure efficient deliveries of parts and equipment to technicians and installers utilizing runners & other means.
• Make transfer runs on an as needed basis for parts, paperwork & equipment.
• Assist Branch Operations Manager on large projects such as bar coding, inventory analysis, and warehouse management.
• Follow up with internal team on open purchase orders as well as vendors to ensure purchase orders are invoiced/closed out on a timely basis.
• Assist with follow-up with vendors related to back orders of inventory to ensure the inventory Is received on time or is being sourced by another vendor.
• Place daily replenishment orders to keep necessary inventory in stock when needed.
• Makes sure all orders are placed with vendors that provide the best price and availability.
• Lead by example in all things while maintaining a positive attitude and working environment.
• Use Forklift & hand trucks to unload trucks & deliveries.
• Work with Branch Operations Manager for any facility maintenance related items.
• Keep doorways & walkways free of ice and snow.
• All other duties assigned.

Company Expectations:
Vredevoogd always expects its employees to adhere to our core values:
1. Do The Right Thing
2. Be Committed to Excellence
3. Show Others That You Care

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current driver’s license and maintain insurability by Vredevoogd carrier.
• Ability to pass initial and random drug screenings.
• Ability to pass national background check.
• Strong oral and reading skills.
• Capability to work in Michigan environmental conditions.
• Strong commitment to world class customer service.
• Strong multi-tasking skills; phone, computer, and people skills.
• Build and encourage a positive work culture and be a willing and engaged team player.
• High school diploma or GED

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and climb in and out of box trucks & vans.
• Ability to climb ladders of all kinds and work on the roof of a house.
• Ability to work more than 40 hours per work week as necessary hours to meet specific organizational requirements.

Working Environment:

• Frequent speaking, listening using a headset, sitting, use of hands/fingers across keyboard or mouse, handling other objects, long periods working at a computer or mobile device.
• Warehouse, Sheet Metal Production, Service Center & Field Operations environment with moderate noise level
• Dress code – uniforms are provided and shall be worn in accordance with Immediate Impact Image policy.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and climb in and out of box trucks.
• Ability to be flexible and effectively handle change.
• Ability to utilize technology for invoicing and internal/external communication.
• Ability to work necessary hours to meet specific organizational requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Kalamazoo, MI 49001: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person