AddressThe Opportunity: Assistant Warehouse Manager - Richmond, B.C.
ECS Electrical Cable Supply Ltd. (ECS) was established in 1984 and is the largest independently owned distributor of electrical wire and cable products and solutions in Canada. ECS attributes its success to understanding the unique needs of its customers. ECS is proud to serve the Canadian market through its coast-to-coast locations and Global Markets through its Hub in the Dubai Free Zone. You can learn more about us here: http://www.ecswire.com/en-us/About
ECS is a proud Platinum Member of Canada's Best Managed Companies and is ISO 9001:2015.
We currently have an outstanding opportunity in our Richmond, B.C. location for an initiative-taking collaborator who will assist in managing the warehouse operations and facilities.
ECS Core Values:
- Hire and retain the most qualified individuals.
- Ensure continuous training for all employees.
- Create a safe, satisfying and rewarding environment for our employees.
- Develop enhanced customer services throughout advancements.
- Create consistent, sustainable, and profitable growth through customer, vendor and employee relationships build on service excellence, honesty and integrity.
What Your Day May Look Like:
- Assist in managing warehouse personnel, ensure adequate training.
- Ensure receipt of incoming shipments are complete in a timely fashion including associated paperwork.
- Loads and unloads material and supplies using available equipment.
- Records deliveries and pickups.
- Responsible for the return of any goods (including reels) to suppliers and keep records of such shipments.
- Adds freight charges to packing slips if applicable.
- Responsible for inventory discrepancies and records of action taken.
- Arranges for maintenance of machinery.
- Maintains a safe and efficient warehouse in all conditions.
- Cutting and picking of orders when necessary.
- Assist and participate in the preparation and completion of inventory counts.
- Act necessary to maintain a clean and safe working environment for self and others.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
What You Will Need to Succeed:
- Proficient in inventory software, barcode scanners, and Microsoft Excel
- Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organization
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
- Experience in Wholesale Distribution
- Excellent knowledge of electrical wire/cable
- Thorough knowledge of warehousing policies and practices.
- Ability to comprehend verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to operate computer.
- Management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to use or repair small, medium, and heavy equipment and machinery.
Minimum Requirements
- 2-year term
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Min. 2 years' experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or a related field
- Certified in ‘Basics of Electricity'
- Minimum Lean Certification in 5S Methodology (ISO Ref 18404
- First Aid Certification (Minimum Level 2)
- Forklift Certification (counterbalance and high reach)
What ECS Will Offer You:
- Dental Care
- Extended Health Care
- Vision Care
- RRSP with employer match after one year
- On-site parking
- Employee Assistance Program
- Market-competitive compensation
- Annual boot allowance
Job type/Shift:
This job is Full-Time, permanent.
Salary: $50-55K
