Assistant Warehouse Manager - REQ # 1404

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC is looking for an Assistant Manager, Warehouse to support the Inbound operation in Florence, NJ.

This role is for 1st shift (7:00AM - 3:30PM, but may adjust based on seasonality of business)

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for warehousing and distribution management in an HVAC Distribution Center (DC). It involves inbound, returns, damages, training of resources, and recruiting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Execute a flawless Distribution Center (DC) operation for Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC.
• Accomplishes warehouse human resource objectives by selecting, orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising job contributions; recommending compensation actions; adhering to policies and procedures.
• Meets warehouse operational standards by contributing warehouse information to strategic plans and reviews; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; identifying warehouse system improvements.
• Conduct performance evaluations of subordinates and provide constructive and positive feedback as earned.
• Approve time sheets and time off schedules. Schedule associates according to the needs of the business to meet the needs of our customers.
• Lead and drive continuous improvement in various activities of the warehouse, including safety, audit readiness, and efficiencies.
• Maintain working knowledge of all direct report responsibilities and provide coverage support when needed.
• Assist DC Manager in meeting warehouse financial standards by providing annual budget information; monitoring expenditures; identifying variances; implementing corrective actions.
• Effectively manage issues and evaluate continuous improvement opportunities with warehouse team, recommend, and implement departmental policies and procedures, processes and methods.
• Moves inventory by scheduling materials to be moved to and from warehouse, coordinating inventory transfers with related departments.
• Supervise warehouse associates, monitoring work, adherence to company policies/ standards, ensuring safe use of warehouse equipment, and engaging with EHS for safety audits and improvements.
• Delivers supplies and equipment to departments by receiving and transferring items.
• Maintains storage area by organizing floor space; adhering to storage design principles; recommending improvements.
• Foster a strong Safety Culture by consistently enforcing safety policies, training team members, and holding them accountable. Actively support the Safety Committee, collaborate with warehouse leaders to address safety concerns, and work with the EHS Leader to identify and close gaps in safety practices.
• Keeps equipment operating by enforcing operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; requiring preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Assist with inspecting outbound and/or Inbound loads to ensure current shipping standards are met as well as tracking any discrepancies.
• Maintaining RF and portable printer stock levels and tracking/repairing damage equipment.
• Working interdepartmentally to help identify and correct issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. BS preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• 5 years of experience in a distribution environment.
• 5 years managing a team.
• Strong customer service orientation, distribution experience required.
• Highly organized with a focus on meeting deadlines.
• Forklift certification/License required
• Strong communications skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors and other employees of the organization without assistance.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• ERP/SAP experience required.
• MS Office Applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Team player demonstrating METUS core values including a desire to win together, deliver excellence, drive sustainability, focus on execution and learn continuously.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $35.00 and $48.13 per hour however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including target bonus plans and discretionary awards. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, eligible employees may enroll in a 401(k) plan, as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents. Employees will also receive 80 hours of vacation per year, 56 hours of paid sick leave annually, and 13 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, depending on hire date. Employees may also take up to 12 weeks of paid or unpaid [parental/disability/emergency/etc.] leave, if eligible.

ABOUT MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC TRANE HVAC US

Formed in 2018, Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS) is a leading provider of ductless and VRF systems in the United States and Latin America. A 50 percent – 50 percent joint venture between Ingersoll Rand plc and Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc., the company provides innovative products, systems and solutions capable of cooling and heating any application from a home to a large commercial building. METUS is a leading marketer of Zoned Comfort Solutions® and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) air-conditioning and heating technology. Systems sold by the joint venture include a wide variety of technologically advanced products designed to deliver superior efficiency, comfort and control.

The family of brands supported by METUS includes: Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating, Trane® / Mitsubishi Electric and American Standard® Heating & Air Conditioning Mitsubishi Electric. More information is available at www.metahvac.com . We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package including 401(K).

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, breastfeeding or related medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, domestic partnership, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristic or information, military or veteran status or other legally protected status (except when one of these criteria is a legally permissible bona fide occupational qualification). The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the Company, or (c) consistent with the Company’s legal duty to furnish information.

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Applicants with a disability who need assistance with the application process may contact Human Resources by email at employment@meus.mea.com or by calling 714.229.3813.