Warehouse Supervisor 2nd Shift

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At Richards Electric, a Springfield Electric brand owned by Sonepar, we are a leader in electrical distribution. Under Springfield Electric we continue to grow throughout the Midwest, including locations in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Ohio and Missouri. As part of Sonepar, the worldwide leader in electrical distribution, we have a global reach that allows us to offer excellent benefits and develop innovative solutions, while maintaining our strong local roots and close-knit culture. We empower our associates to contribute to our success by adopting the adapt, dare, learn mindset-- adapt to new situations and people, dare to appropriately challenge the status quo, and learn from others and our own mistakes.

 

We have a great opportunity for a hands-on Warehouse Supervisor to join our growing team! You will supervise our warehouse associates engaged in activities including: receiving, storing, handling, wire cutting, inventory control, delivery activity, and ensuring safe practices by associates. 

Shift: Monday- Friday, 10 AM to close. Irregular business hours and occasional weekends based on business needs.

 

We’re looking for a supervisor who:

• Oversee the second shift associates in the areas of restocking, order fulfillment (e.g. picking and packing), cycle counts, and other warehouse duties
• Perform supervisory functions including delegating, training and developing warehouse associates on a regular basis; make recommendations regarding performance and terminations as necessary; partner with Human Resources as necessary
• Possess knowledge and perform the functions of each warehouse role (e.g. Picking, packing, receiving and shipping) as need
• Master use of equipment used e.g. RF scanner, wire cutting machine, forklift to train others
• Collaborate with Shipping Supervisor and Counter Supervisor to resolve issues
• Identify areas for efficiency improvements and propose solutions to Warehouse Manger
• Serve as a safety ambassador regularly covering safety tips and correcting unsafe practices by associates.

 

What you bring:

• 1+ years of experience leading teams in a warehouse environment
• Associates degree or equivalent experience
• Strong people management skills to coach, praise and motivate associates
• Strong problem solving skills and ability to maintain a calm demeanor under stressful situations
• Excellent communications skills by phone, email, verbal and written forms of communication to deliver excellent customer service to internal and external customers
• Knowledge of industry safety best practices and OSHA
• Willing to operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacket. You will also use push carts and rolling ladders
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation
• Ability to be on your stand for extended periods and traverse the warehouse with or without accommodation
• Basic problem-solving skills and computer skills

What we offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plus employer paid short term and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401K match
• Tuition reimbursement and employee development.
• Annual Safety Shoe Reimbursement
• Employee Discount on products
• Access to a variety of trainings for personal development

 

 

 

Who we are:

We’re the world’s number one distributor of electrical products, solutions and related services. Richards Electric is owned by Sonepar, a global company with over 450 locations nationwide. Whether you grow at one of our local Opcos or at one in another region, we want you to grow with us! All associates are regularly trained and we value promoting from within when possible.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 
Springfield Electric, a Sonepar Company is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law. 

 

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