Pipe Yard Associate at VP Supply Corp

Buffalo, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Forklift Operation, Warehouse Experience, Inventory Management, Communication Skills, Attention to Detail, Safety Procedures, Material Handling, Teamwork, Customer Service, Order Preparation, Documentation, Equipment Operation, Problem Solving, Time Management, Self-Starter

Industry

Wholesale

Description

Description VP Supply Corp is one of the nation’s largest distributors of plumbing, HVAC, and electrical supplies. We have over 350 employees with 15 locations across Western New York and Pennsylvania. For over 60 years, we have proudly served residential customers as well as contractors and municipalities across a variety of industries. Position Overview: Our Warehouse Team is seeking to hire a Pipe Yard Associate with 1-3 years of warehouse experience to join our Buffalo branch. The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday 11:00 AM - 8:00PM. We are looking for high performers who are forward-looking, innovative, enthusiastic, and ambitious team players. Qualified candidates will be motivated self-starters with superb judgment and communication skills, a commitment to excellence and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Responsibilities: Operate forklift to move material around warehouse for various customer orders. Alert management when pipe inventory levels are low. Prepare and complete pipe orders for delivery or pickup per schedule (load, pack, wrap, label, ship). Label and locate material within warehouse using RF scanners. Operate and maneuver warehouse equipment, and any material(s) contained thereon, safely and in the manner consistent with the intended purpose of the equipment and the manufacturers’ instructions and company policies. Maintain the warehouse in an orderly and clean state, following all Company safety procedures and performing daily safety inspections. Receive incoming material in accordance with company processes, accurately identify and break down the material, note discrepancies, and make the product ready for storage. Store product in accordance with company processes. Manage pipe yard email alias to meet all customer service requests, continuously communicating with the warehouse and sales teams. Assist warehouse staff to identify and handle inbound and outbound transactions. Other duties as assigned. Requirements Qualifications: At least 1 year of warehouse and forklift experience required. High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Ability to set up, operate and adjust equipment according to order specifications required. Ability to read and understand documentation (i.e., Customer requirements, manufacturing instructions, drawings, etc.). Ability to cycle count and maintain pipe inventory. Must be able to clean and maintain safe working environment. Must have extreme attention to detail. Ability to perform the physical requirements necessary to receive, pick, pack, ship, and move materials throughout the warehouse, including, but not limited to, standing, walking, bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, climbing ladders, and lifting materials weighing up to 100 pounds. Ability to operate and maneuver warehouse equipment, including, but not limited to, forklifts, reach trucks, and pallet jacks, in the manner necessary to move materials and consistent with manufacturers’ instructions and safety instructions. Ability to abide by safety instruction and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) or its equivalent is required. Must have reliable daily transportation to branch location. Work Environment/Physical Demands: This job operates in a high traffic warehouse that is exposed to outdoor weather conditions. This position requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time as well as the ability to lift up to 100 pounds. While mainly standard hours are scheduled for this position, flexibility is required to be able to ensure all orders and job duties are completed by end of shift.

Responsibilities

The Pipe Yard Associate will operate a forklift to move materials, prepare pipe orders for delivery or pickup, and maintain inventory levels. They will also manage communication with the warehouse and sales teams and assist with inbound and outbound transactions.