Warehouse Associate/Delivery Driver

Purpose: A warehouse associate is an employee who helps fulfill the logistics of receiving, processing, storing and delivering of our facility's inventory. They perform tasks like storing products, receiving incoming deliveries, scanning items before logging them on computer systems, managing stock, maintaining a warehouse's cleanliness and inspecting products to detect defects or damages. They assemble and package products related to orders and ensure proper shipment of goods. They also ensure safe delivery product to customers while providing excellent customer service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Process, package and ship orders accurately.
2. Organize stocks and maintain inventory.
3. Inspect products for defects and damages.
4. Examine ingoing and outgoing shipments.
5. Organize warehouse space.
6. Receive, unload and place incoming inventory items appropriately.
7. Check, verify and fill customer invoices.
8. Load and unload goods and materials from the warehouse onto the vehicle.
9. Transport goods and materials to various locations in a safe and timely manner.
10. Ensure that all goods and materials are properly secured during transport.
11. Inspect vehicles for mechanical issues and report any problems to the supervisor.
12. Maintain accurate records of deliveries and pickups.
13. Abide by all company safety and hygiene regulations.
14. Contribute ideas on ways to improve or optimize warehousing procedures.
15. Keep warehouse and vehicles clean and organized daily.

Requirements

• Proven warehouse experience.
• Ability to operate forklift, hand truck, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.
• Adequate knowledge of warehouse data system.

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Experience operating a variety of vehicles, including vans and trucks.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Team player with organizational skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

DELIVERY DRIVER:

• Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry packages weighing up to 70 pounds.

• Driving: Must be able to sit and drive for long periods, often up to 8 hours a day.

• Walking and Climbing: Ability to walk up and down stairs and climb in and out of the delivery vehicle multiple times a day.

• Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle, control, and feel objects, tools, or controls.

• Visual and Auditory Requirements: Must have the ability to see and hear within normal ranges, with or without corrective devices.

• Environmental Conditions: Ability to work in various weather conditions, such as rain, snow or extreme heat.

• Physical Stamina: Must have the endurance to perform physical tasks throughout the day, including, bending, kneeling, crouching, and stretching.

WAREHOUSE:

• Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 100 pounds.

• Standing and Walking: Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, often up to 8-10 hours a day.

• Climbing and Balancing: Ability to climb stairs and ladders and maintain balance on uneven surfaces.

• Stooping, Kneeling, and Crouching: Required to stoop, kneel, and crouch frequently.

• Manual Dexterity: Ability to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.

• Visual and Auditory Requirements: Must have the ability to see and hear within normal ranges, with or without corrective devices.

• Operating Machinery: Experience and ability to operate forklifts and other warehouse machinery.

• Environmental Conditions: Ability to work in various environmental conditions, such as hot, cold, or noisy environments.

Benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity

Electric Supply and Equipment Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person, employee, or job applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, veteran status, disability status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal or state statutes. Further, it is the policy of ES&E to undertake affirmative action in compliance with all federal, state, and local requirements. This policy is intended to apply to all personnel actions affecting, but not limited to compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company sponsored training, education and social and recreation programs. It is also our policy to comply with all federal and state employment law.

Accommodations

ES&E provides reasonable accommodation so that qualified disabled applicants may participate in the selection process. Please advise us of any accommodations you require in order to express an interest in a specific opening by emailing: 

jobs@ese-co.com

Health and Wellness Benefits

• Medical coverage (employees may choose between two comprehensive plans)
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Life insurance (company paid and supplemental)
• Short-term disability and long-term disability are 100% employer paid benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and/or dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly employer contribution
• Tel-a-Doc phone consultations

Financial Rewards

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with pre-tax and ROTH options along with employer matching
• Profit Sharing Plan
• College Savings – access to a 529 plan

Wellbeing

• Company values employees’ time with family by typically honoring standard work hours
• Paid Time Off (employees receive sick days, vacation days, and can purchase additional days each year)
• Paid Holidays (8 per year plus employees can trade in 1 sick day for a floating holiday and 1 for a personal day)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free counseling resources and work/life balance tools
• Annual on-site flu shot clinic
• Business casual work environment
• Volunteer opportunities
• Family outings and employee activities throughout the year
• Legal Services & Identity Theft benefits

Culture of Excellence

• Proven track record in providing outstanding customer service
• Named one of the “Best Places to Work in NC” for several years
• Scheduled company meetings
• ISO Certification
• Open door policy
• Company milestones celebrated
• Peer-to-peer recognition program (Essie Bucks)