Union Warehouse Material Handler
Graybar · St Louis, MO
- On site
- Full-time
- $38,320 / year
- St Louis, MO
Job highlights
- Handle warehouse inventory from receipt to shipment.
- Operate equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Utilize a Warehouse Management System daily.
- Perform physical tasks in a warehouse setting.
- Opportunities for growth in an employee-owned company.
About the role
Warehouse Material Handler
Are you ready to ensure products get where they need to be? As a Warehouse Material Handler, you will receive, store, select, pack, and ship warehouse inventory. Our Zone utilizes a Warehouse Management System so technology is required to perform this job. As an employee-owned company, our employees are key to our success and are given opportunities to learn and grow into higher level positions.
In This Role You Will
- Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts and push carts
- Receive and store incoming material in accordance with warehouse management system process
- Select, pack and palletize shipments
- Sort and pack less-than-truckload shipments, conduct cycle counts
- Maintain clean warehouse including following all safety procedures and performing daily safety inspections
What You Bring To The Table
- No fear of heights
- Perform physical requirements in a warehouse environment including lifting various loads, cutting wire, climbing ladders and staying on the move in various temperatures, depending on the location; must pass pre-employment physical testing
- Minimum age of 18 required
- Good attendance and work ethic
- 2+ years experience preferred
- Prior large warehouse experience using a warehouse management system preferred
- Steel toed boots required.
Work Shift and Hours
Monday - Friday, 1:30pm - 10:00pm
Compensation Details
The expected pay rate for this position is starting at $18.50 per hour depending on experience.
Why should you join Graybar?
At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.
We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.
Whether you are just starting your career or have years of experience, you will be proud to work for a thriving company with a solid foundation. Come see why Graybar is continually ranked as a top employer across the country.
Apply now and find out what’s next for you.
Key skills/competency
- Warehouse Operations
- Material Handling
- Forklift Operation
- Warehouse Management System (WMS)
- Inventory Management
- Shipping and Receiving
- Cycle Counting
- Safety Procedures
- Physical Stamina
- Teamwork
Skills & topics
- Warehouse Material Handler
- Warehouse Operations
- Material Handling
- Forklift Operator
- Warehouse Management System
- Inventory Control
- Shipping
- Receiving
- Logistics
- Supply Chain
How to get hired
- Customize your resume: Highlight your 2+ years of warehouse experience and proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems.
- Emphasize work ethic: Showcase your good attendance and commitment to safety procedures in your application.
- Prepare for physical demands: Be ready to demonstrate your ability to perform warehouse tasks during pre-employment testing.
- Express interest in growth: Mention your desire to learn and advance within an employee-owned company like Graybar.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the typical work hours for a Warehouse Material Handler at Graybar?
- The Warehouse Material Handler position at Graybar operates on a Monday to Friday schedule, from 1:30 PM to 10:00 PM.
- What is the starting pay for this role at Graybar?
- The expected starting pay rate for the Warehouse Material Handler position at Graybar is $18.50 per hour, with the final rate depending on your experience.
- Does Graybar require specific footwear for Warehouse Material Handler roles?
- Yes, Graybar requires steel-toed boots for Warehouse Material Handler positions to ensure safety in the warehouse environment.
- What physical requirements must be met for the Warehouse Material Handler job?
- Candidates must be able to perform physical tasks including lifting various loads, cutting wire, climbing ladders, and working in various temperatures, and pass a pre-employment physical test. There is no fear of heights required.
- What experience is preferred for the Warehouse Material Handler position at Graybar?
- Graybar prefers candidates with at least 2 years of experience in a large warehouse setting, particularly those who have used a Warehouse Management System.
- What is the work arrangement for the Warehouse Material Handler position?
- Based on the description, this role appears to be an on-site position requiring physical presence in the warehouse.
- What technology is used in this Warehouse Material Handler role at Graybar?
- The role utilizes a Warehouse Management System (WMS) for managing inventory, receiving, storing, selecting, packing, and shipping materials.
- What opportunities for growth are available at Graybar for a Warehouse Material Handler?
- Graybar is an employee-owned company that provides opportunities for employees to learn and grow into higher-level positions within the organization.