Operates forklifts, order pickers, and wire-processing equipment to cut, re-spool, stripe, strip, twist, and prepare cable orders. Receives inbound stock, verifies documentation and inventory, processes put-away activities, selects shipping methods, prepares LTL and parcel shipments, and loads or unloads trailers. Maintains accurate, organized, and safe work areas while completing equipment checklists and following 5S standards.
Distribution Center Associate/Warehouse Associate | OmniCable
Currently, we are seeking a dedicated Warehouse Associate to join our team. In this role, your primary responsibility will be operating production equipment, either a Rim Drive or a Re-spooler that assists in cutting wire to a predetermined length. Besides cutting wire, an associate could also be asked to perform other standard order fulfillment tasks.
Warehouse Associate Job Responsibilities:
Our Opportunity:
OmniCable, LLC (OmniCable) is one of the largest redistributors of wire, cable, fiber, electrical and communications products. The company empowers distributors to be successful by providing a true partnership approach with a focus on product and order accuracy, supply chain management, and unique value-added services. With approximately $400 million dollars in inventory and 18 North American distribution locations, OmniCable is backed by more than 45 years of experience and operational excellence. For more information about OmniCable, please visit www.omnicable.com .
OmniCable is a subsidiary of Dot Family Holdings. Our employees are all working towards the same goal, which is our Mission Statement: To empower shared success by being the best vendor to our customers, the best customer to our vendors, and the best employer to our employees through innovation and collaboration.
We believe in empowering your future!
Currently, we are seeking a dedicated Warehouse Associate to join our team. In this role, your primary responsibility will be operating production equipment, either a Rim Drive or a Re-spooler that assists in cutting wire to a predetermined length. Besides cutting wire, an associate could also be asked to perform other standard order fulfillment tasks.
Warehouse Associate Job Responsibilities:
- Material Handling Equipment (MHE): Operating a forklift/order picker for pulling and putting away stock, order processing, loading and unloading trailers.
- Receiving: Inspect inbound stock for quality, count, and type. Ensure purchase order, packing slip and bill of lading for receipt accuracy; Process stock through computer entry while preparing inventory for put-away.
- Shipping: Select shipping method based on best practices to meet company requirements and customer expectations; Prepare orders for both LTL and small parcel shipment; Verify shipments are packed properly and accurately to ensure customer satisfaction
- Value-Add services: Operate different value adding wire machinery within the DC for order fulfillment. Typical equipment used includes stripe/dye machines, wire stripper, twister and lashing equipment.
- General Housekeeping & Equipment Maintenance: Follow safety standards for the specific job including filling out required equipment checklists; Responsible for keeping Distribution Center clean and organized; Follow strict adherence to 5S Standards of the work area
Our Opportunity:
OmniCable, LLC (OmniCable) is one of the largest redistributors of wire, cable, fiber, electrical and communications products. The company empowers distributors to be successful by providing a true partnership approach with a focus on product and order accuracy, supply chain management, and unique value-added services. With approximately $400 million dollars in inventory and 18 North American distribution locations, OmniCable is backed by more than 45 years of experience and operational excellence. For more information about OmniCable, please visit www.omnicable.com .
OmniCable is a subsidiary of Dot Family Holdings. Our employees are all working towards the same goal, which is our Mission Statement: To empower shared success by being the best vendor to our customers, the best customer to our vendors, and the best employer to our employees through innovation and collaboration.
We believe in empowering your future!
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Operate forklifts, order pickers, and wire-processing equipment to pull, store, cut, and prepare stock for shipment. Receive and inspect inbound inventory, verify documentation, process computer entries, prepare LTL and parcel orders, and load or unload trailers. Maintain accurate, clean, organized work areas, complete equipment checklists, follow safety procedures, and adhere to 5S standards. The role requires physical lifting, prolonged standing, teamwork, and occasional overtime or weekend work.
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Operate forklifts, order pickers, and wire-processing equipment to pull, store, cut, and prepare stock for shipment. Receive and inspect inbound inventory, verify documentation, process computer entries, prepare LTL and parcel orders, and load or unload trailers. Maintain accurate, clean, organized work areas, complete equipment checklists, follow safety procedures, and adhere to 5S standards. The role requires physical lifting, prolonged standing, teamwork, and occasional overtime or weekend work.
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