Assistant Warehouse Manager in Union City, California at RENTEX INC

This position is responsible for the day-to-day functioning of the warehouse. S/he is focused on efficiently

producing quality results using repeatable processes and systems. This requires the Assistant Warehouse

Manager to coordinate the efforts of the inbound, outbound, and trucking departments. This employee

also communicates the operational needs of the branch to the Quality Control department. Additionally,

the Assistant Warehouse Manager maintains a clean, organized environment where employees can thrive,

and work can be completed.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily work of the warehouse by coordinating the communication and tasks of the Inbound,

Outbound and Local Logistics teams

• Direct warehouse technicians in preparing customer equipment rental orders through order picking,

inventory barcode scanning, equipment staging and proper labeling procedures

• Ensure the proper receipt and processing of the return of customer equipment rental orders

• Assist with order pulls & returns and truck loads/unloads when necessary

• Assume the role of Local Logistics Dispatcher when necessary

• Coordinate with Operations Managers on adjusting personnel schedules to meet business demands

• Assist in reviewing local customer orders to ensure equipment is available for rental

• Communicate all equipment shortages to National Sales Team and National Logistics for efficient

equipment movement

• Ensure proper inventory levels are maintained through inventory control cycle counting, production and

logistics scheduling, and maintaining inventory processes and protocol

• Communicates with the National Sales Team, warehouse leads and managers on equipment

substitutions when available and necessary

• Mentor and train all employees on proper procedure

• Assist in enforcing all policies and procedures

• Communicate outbound and inbound order statuses with warehouse leads and managers

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area, and workstations neat

• Effectively manage all required paperwork

• Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to graduation from

high school or a GED

• Ability to prioritize work in a dynamic and fast paced work environment

• Ability to follow procedures

• Attention to detail, good organizational skills

• Strong interpersonal skills; able to communicate well and problem-solve

• Experience packing trucks

• Dependable, reliable and prompt

• Experience with Inventory control, equipment maintenance, data entry and computer skills

• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends

• Availability to work overtime during peak seasons

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in an AV production environment

• Previous experience in logistics

• Prior experience operating a forklift

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite

Physical requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

• Ability to work on your feet frequently