Position Summary

Typically, the Warehouse Operator position is an “entry level” job that requires limited knowledge and experience in HVAV/R parts, equipment and warehousing. The job incumbent in their initial 18 to 24 months is learning by doing and is frequently assigned to some, if not all of the various warehouse job functions. These job functions include, but are not limited to: receiving, order filling, stock replenishment, customer will call, and inventory cycle counts.

Essential Job Function

The following essential job functions are shared by several warehouse job classifications. Employees may be assigned to various job duties based on prior experience or operational needs. As employees demonstrate their knowledge and proficiency at these essential job functions their work classification may be changed based on their specific qualifications.

Internal Relationships

Warehouse, Logistics, Sales, Purchasing, and Branch Personnel

External Relationships

Customer, Vendor and Freight personnel

Final Decision Maker

Decision making limited to the scope and breadth of the incumbent’s individual responsibilities within the essential warehouse duties to be performed as outlined in the standard operating procedures. The Warehouse Operator should interface with Warehouse Operator II’s or Warehouse Supervision when situations arise that they are not familiar with in order to ensure accuracy of work performed.

Qualifications of Warehouse Operator

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform one or two essential duties satisfactorily, typically this will be order filling and stock replenishment. Essential duty assignments in a warehouse include: receiving, order filing, stock replenishment, Will Call and inventory cycle counting. The position of Warehouse Operator I is typically the “entry level” warehouse position where the employee learns warehousing operations and procedures, HVAC/R parts and equipment, WGI service orientation over the initial 18 to 24 months of service. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education, Work Experience & Specialized Skills or Knowledge

• High School or general education degree (G.E.D.)
• Three to six months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Some knowledge of HVAC / R products and equipment is highly desirable, as is the ability to drive a forklift truck.

Job-Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic skill level in use of personal computers and with RF Scanner Units to do the general warehouse work assigned.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Skill in communicating with other to resolve problems and get results.
• A high level of “detail orientation” is required in order to meet WGI warehouse operational standards.
• Maintains organized work processes, material, and files
• Ability to work with others in a team-based environment
• Desire to support and meet the needs of customers, other employees, and the company as a whole.

Why the Ware Group?

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, and Vision
• 401K with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• EAP Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Warehouse Safety Reward Program

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