Warehouse Operations Specialist

POSITION SUMMARYReporting to the Branch Operations Manager, the Operations Specialist is responsible for the efficient daily operation of the distribution branch's warehousing functions; including but not limited to: WMS order release management, driver dispatch, GPS reporting, and inventory control in accordance with the Company's objectives.

Schedule: Monday - Friday from 7:30am - 4:00pm + rotating Saturday's. Schedules are subject to change based on business needs.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accurately assigning drivers to routes.
• Providing accurate and organized customer documentation.
• Creating cycle count groups to initiate cycle counting.
• Monitor order release times and release orders to the floor for picking in an efficient manner.
• Communication to the 1st shift supervisor in regards to dispatch and order release.
• Maintaining an organized process in daily duties.
• Ensures that workplace health and safety requirements are followed.
• Maintains housekeeping of warehouse and surrounding area.
• Leads by example & works in a fast, safe & efficient manner.
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes and ensures that they are communicated and implemented within the team.
• Maintain quality service by following organization standards
• Participate in departmental meetings and special projects
• Other duties as assigned
• Live our values of High Performance, Caring Relationships, Strategic Foresight, and Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Find A Better Way by championing continuous improvement and quality control efforts to identify opportunities to innovate and improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization
• Continuously learn and develop self professionally
• Support corporate efforts for safety, government compliance, and all other company policies & procedures
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

OUR BENEFITS

• Highly competitive wages start at $23.00 per hour with weekly pay
• Healthcare benefits start on day 1!
• 401(k) with match
• Paid Vacation, Sick time, Volunteer Hours and Holidays
• On-the-job training and skill development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Programs

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk, hear, taste and/or smell; the employee must occasionally lift products weighing up to approximately 80 pounds. Handling of tires (e.g., rolling, destacking, team lifting) greater than approximately 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Protective equipment required: steel or composite toe boots, safety vest, harness, seatbelt, SRL (self-retracting lifeline). All equipment is provided by U.S. AutoForce except for steel / composite toe boots.
• Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Fumes associated with tires and occasionally car parts and lubricants prevalent.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

• BA/BA degree in Supply Chain Management/Operations and/or similar field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• 2 years of experience in the field or in a related area
• Tire/Auto industry knowledge preferred

Language and Communication Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence. Ability effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, management, and other employees.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to all team members and levels within the organization.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Abilities

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Exemplify excellence in professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality in all aspects of day-to-day duties and responsibilities.
• Exhibit a cheerful, positive, loyal, team-member attitude toward the purposes, programs, policies and goals of TW
• Respect for lines of communication and internal protocols at TW
• Highly self-aware and open to learning about personal effectiveness in the workplace and on teams
• Self-motivated, highly responsive and excellent follow-up skills with the ability to work your network and find the right candidates to meet internal costumer needs
• High level of energy, passion, and excitement in building new relationships, managing existing ones, and liaising with candidates
• Social media savvy; able to leverage social media and business networking sites to connect with top talent
• Unquestionable workplace ethics
• Ability to work effectively with other people
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively; resourceful with superior problem-solving skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and great follow-up and follow-through skills
• Accuracy in scheduling and maintaining calendars, tracking report information, calculating metrics

Travel

• Occasional travel to TW branches. Some out-of-region, overnight travel may be required.

U.S. Venture requires that a team member have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, U.S. Venture does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residencyunless based on business need.

U.S. Venture will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed recruitment Master Service Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, U.S. Venture shall reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of U.S. Venture.

Our company is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call Human Resources at .