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Warehouse Associate - Wire Cutter

Warehouse Associate - Wire Cutter

Border StatesChicago, IL, US
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Warehouse Associate - Wire Cutter

Be part of a growing, successful company in an exciting and challenging field. Border States is 100% employee-owned, which means you're empowered to make decisions, find solutions, and receive rewards for your hard work. This position will be located in Chicago, IL.

Job Summary

The Warehouse Associate - Wire Cutter supports the operation functions of wire cutting in the warehouse. Runs the wire machine and maximizes cuts per reel. Identifies specific wire based on reel labels and maintains batch codes. Identifies top and bottom footages on cuts completed. Updates and maintains the wire cut log and daily wire machine inspection sheets. Fills special orders and / or backorders as material is received. Fills orders for delivery to customers. Follows up with appropriate departments for wire-material damages and shortages.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

  • Runs the wire machine in a safe and effective manner.
  • Identifies specific wire based on reel labels and maintains batch codes.
  • Identifies top and bottom footages on cuts completed.
  • Performs basic math to maximize cuts per master reel.
  • Updates and maintains the wire cut log.
  • Maintains daily wire machine inspection sheets, as appropriate.
  • Maintains / utilizes partial reels / coils to fill customer orders.
  • Distributes material to the proper stock locations.
  • Fills special orders and / or backorders as material is received.
  • Follows-up with appropriate departments for wire material damages and shortages.
  • Checks and packs material to be delivered.
  • Maintains a clean and organized work area for a safe work environment.
  • Maintains assigned inventory stock locations making sure material put away has the correct locator and the shelves are kept neat and orderly.
  • Fills orders for delivery to customers.
  • Assures all batched managed material is labeled accurately and inventoried, as needed.
  • Operates and maintains all equipment in a safe manner and adheres to all local, state, and federal traffic and safety regulations.
  • Supports the operations functions of the warehouse.
  • Informs proper departments of stock outs, inventory discrepancies, and other inventory problems or concerns.

Non-essential Functions

  • May assist picking / packing orders for customers as needed.
  • Assists with loading and unloading of trucks.
  • Notifies supervisor of any building or equipment maintenance, repair needs, and / or any security concerns.
  • Assists with other duties / projects as assigned by supervisor / manager.

    • Qualifications

  • 2 year business / trade degree or equivalent work experience.
  • Prior warehouse distribution experience including forklift operation and knowledge of electrical products / systems preferred.
  • If the employee will be driving, the following criteria must be met

    • candidate must be at least 21 years of age,

  • possess a valid driver's license to operate company vehicle and current medical certification may be required.
  • PC working knowledge for Windows, Internet, email, and SAP software is a plus.

    • Skills and Abilities

  • Works in a safe manner and follows Border States safety program guidelines and policies.
  • Ability to meet very strict deadlines.
  • Attention to detail and ability to perform consistently.
  • Ability to work independently or with a small team.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication (reading, writing, and speaking in English).
  • Ability to effectively plan and organize.
  • Excellent customer service skills include being competent, accurate, responsive, and engaged.
  • Ability to perform all aspects of the job as accurately and efficiently and safely as possible.

    • Physical Requirements

    Lift and carry requirements (weight and frequency) : Occasionally 0 33% Frequently 34 66% Continuously : 67 100%

  • Lift from Floor to Waist :
  • 10 to 25 lbs. - Frequently
  • 26 to 50 lbs. - Frequently
  • 51 to 75 lbs. - Occasionally
  • 76 to 100 lbs. - Occasionally
  • 101 + lbs. - Occasionally
  • Above Waist Lift :
  • 10 to 25 lbs. - Frequently
  • 26 to 50 lbs. - Frequently
  • 51 to 75 lbs. - Occasionally
  • 76 to 100 lbs. - Occasionally
  • 101+ lbs. - Not at all
  • Unilateral Carry :
  • 10 to 25 lbs. - Frequently
  • 26 to 50 lbs. - Not at all
  • 51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all
  • 76 to 100 lbs. - Not at all
  • 101+ lbs. - Not at all
  • Bilateral Carry :
  • 10 to 25 lbs. - Frequently
  • 26 to 50 lbs. - Frequently
  • 51 to 75 lbs. - Occasionally
  • 76 to 100 lbs. - Not at all
  • 101+ lbs. - Not at all

    • Physical Activity

    Frequency at which you would do the following in a typical day :

  • Sitting (a continuous period of being seated) - Occasionally
  • Standing (for sustained periods of time) - Frequently
  • Walking (moving about on foot to accomplish tasks) - Frequently
  • Bending / Stooping (downward and forward) - Frequently
  • Crawling (moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet) - Not at all
  • Climbing / Walking Stairs (ascending or descending) - Occasionally
  • Reaching (extending arms in any direction) - Frequently
  • Crouching / Squatting (bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine) - Occasionally
  • Kneeling (bending legs at knee to come to rest on knee(s)) - Not at all
  • Balancing (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling) - Frequently
  • Repetitive Motion (substantial movement (motions) of the wrists, hands, and / or fingers) - Frequently
  • Trunk Rotation (movement in any direction, whether standing or sitting, with at least one foot stationary and in contact with the floor) - Frequently
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