Material Handler (Float) in Columbus, Ohio at Loeb Electric

Who you’ll work with:

Join the powerhouse electrical distributor in the construction industry! At Loeb Electric, we’re more than just a distributor—we are the driving force that keeps innovation illuminated and businesses powered. We pride ourselves on being dedicated to our values:

• People: Encouraging the success of our people.
• Trust: Building relationships among ourselves, customers, vendors & other partners.
• Commitment: Continuously striving to deliver high-quality, measurable results.
• Innovation: Providing ideas & solutions for our customers.

What you will be doing as a key player on our dynamic team:

• Is skilled in working in all areas of Loeb operations, including but not limited to inventory, labelling, receiving & put away, order selection, staging product, and loading trucks.
• Floating between our two Warehouses as needed (would know schedule ahead of time, and eligible for gas reimbursement!)
• Can execute efficient material handling tasks, ensuring the timely and accurate processing of orders and shipments.
• Responsible for understanding and following all SOPs in order to meet expectations in each assigned work area.
• Receives incoming product and shipments including inspecting, verifying, and documenting incoming shipments of electrical supplies and components. Can document errors and research needed paperwork if there is a discrepancy.
• Loads and unloads trucks, optimizing space, and ensures the secure transport of products; demonstrates an understanding and utilization of cart and load.
• Is qualified to safely operate material handling equipment, such as sit down and standup forklifts, pallet jacks, pallet jacks, and order pickers.
• Adheres to safety protocols and regulations, promoting a culture of safety awareness among team members.
• Contributes to the organization and cleanliness of the warehouse and yard areas, ensuring a safe and efficient working environment.
• Is comfortable working with a computer to process returns and send e-mails as needed.

Experience:

Core Competencies:

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Time management skills and ability to prioritize.
• Ability to work in a deadline driven, fast paced environment.
• Basic computer and e-mail skills.
• Requires reliable transportation to and from work.
• Experience operating heavy machinery (forklift, pallet jack, cherry picker, etc.)

Education:

Essential Job Functions:

• Lifting/Carrying: Frequently required to lift, carry, push, or pull products, parts, and materials weighing up to 75 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance or material handling equipment.
• Standing/Walking: Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout the warehouse while supervising operations, assisting team members, and handling materials.
• Climbing/Balance: Occasional climbing onto equipment platforms to access inventory or oversee warehouse activities; ability to maintain balance while handling materials.
• Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching: Regular bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching to check inventory, assist with loading/unloading, and verify product placement.
• Reaching/Handling: Frequent reaching, grasping, and handling of boxes, pallets, equipment, and documentation; manual dexterity required for operating scanners, computers, and warehouse tools.
• Vision: Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus to read labels, verify counts, and monitor equipment.
• Hearing/Speaking: Ability to hear instructions, equipment sounds, and safety signals; must be able to communicate clearly with team members, drivers, and management in a noisy environment.
• Environmental Conditions: Work performed in a warehouse environment with regular exposure to noise, dust, temperature fluctuations, and moving equipment; may occasionally work outdoors during loading/unloading.
• PPE Use: Must be able to wear and maintain required personal protective equipment (safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, high-visibility vest, etc.) as required.

EEO and Accommodations

Loeb Electric is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Loeb Electric also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with legal requirements. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the selection process—please inform our Talent Acquisition team if you require accommodations during the interview process.