Warehouse Associate Wire Cutter
8 days ago
Kansas City
Employee-Owned. Customer-Driven. This position will report to:Robert D Snider Application Deadline: 12/27/25 Please note that the position may be filled before or after the listed application deadline. Applications will only be accepted while the posting remains active. This positionwill be located in: Kansas CityMO This position is posted:Both Internally and Externally The Warehouse Associate - Wire Cutter supports the operation functions of wire cutting in the warehouse. Runs the wire machine and maximizes cuts per reel. Identifies specific wire based on reel labels and maintains batch codes. Identifies top and bottom footages on cuts completed. Updates and maintains the wire cut log and daily wire machine inspection sheets. Fills special orders and/or backorders as material is received. Fills orders for delivery to customers. Follows up with appropriate departments for wire-material damages and shortages. Essential Functions • Runs the wire machine in a safe and effective manner., • Identifies specific wire based on reel labels and maintains batch codes., • Identifies top and bottom footages on cuts completed., • Performs basic math to maximize cuts per master reel., • Updates and maintains the wire cut log., • Maintains daily wire machine inspection sheets as appropriate., • Maintains/utilizes partial reels/coils to fill customer orders., • Distributes material to the proper stock locations., • Fills special orders and/or backorders as material is received., • Follows-up with appropriate departments for wire material damages and shortages., • Checks and packs material to be delivered., • Maintains a clean and organized work area for a safe work environment., • Maintains assigned inventory stock locations making sure material put away has the correct locator and the shelves are kept neat and orderly., • Fills orders for delivery to customers., • Assures all batched managed material is labeled accurately and inventoried as needed., • Operates and maintains all equipment in a safe manner and adheres to all local state and federal traffic and safety regulations., • Supports the operations functions of the warehouse., • May assist picking/packing orders for customers as needed., • Assists with loading and unloading of trucks., • Notifies supervisor of any building or equipment maintenance repair needs and/or any security concerns., • Assists with other duties/projects as assigned by supervisor/manager., • 2 year business/trade degree or equivalent work experience., • Prior warehouse distribution experience including forklift operation and knowledge of electrical products/systems preferred., • If the employee will be driving the following criteria must be met, • candidate must be at least 21 years of age, • possess a valid drivers license to operate company vehicle and current medical certification may be required., • PC working knowledge for Windows Internet email and SAP software is a plus., • Works in a safe manner and follows Border States safety program guidelines and policies., • Ability to meet very strict deadlines., • Attention to detail and ability to perform consistently., • Ability to work independently or with a small team., • Excellent interpersonal communication (reading writing and speaking in English)., • Ability to effectively plan and organize., • Excellent customer service skills include being competent accurate responsive and engaged., • Lift from Floor to Waist:, • < than 10 lbs. - Frequently, • 10 to 25 lbs.- Frequently, • 26 to 50 lbs.- Frequently, • 51 to 75 lbs.- Occasionally, • 76 to 100 lbs.- Occasionally, • 101 lbs. - Occasionally, • Above Waist Lift:, • < than 10 lbs. - Frequently, • 10 to 25 lbs.- Frequently, • 26 to 50 lbs.- Frequently, • 51 to 75 lbs.- Occasionally, • 76 to 100 lbs.- Occasionally, • 101 lbs. - Not at all, • Unilateral Carry:, • < than 10 lbs. - Frequently, • 10 to 25 lbs.- Frequently, • 26 to 50 lbs.- Not at all, • 51 to 75 lbs.- Not at all, • 76 to 100 lbs.- Not at all, • 101 lbs. - Not at all, • Bilateral Carry:, • < than 10 lbs. - Frequently, • 10 to 25 lbs.- Frequently, • 26 to 50 lbs.- Frequently, • 51 to 75 lbs.- Occasionally, • 76 to 100 lbs.- Not at all, • Sitting (a continuous period of being seated) -Occasionally, • Standing (for sustained periods of time) -Frequently, • Walking (moving about on foot to accomplish tasks) -Frequently, • Bending/Stooping (downward and forward) -Frequently, • Crawling (moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet) -Not at all, • Climbing/Walking Stairs (ascending or descending) -Occasionally, • Reaching (extending arms in any direction) -Frequently, • Crouching/Squatting (bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine) -Occasionally, • Kneeling (bending legs at knee to come to rest on knee(s)) -Not at all, • Balancing (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling) -Frequently, • Repetitive Motion (substantial movement (motions) of the wrists hands and/or fingers) -Frequently, • Trunk Rotation (movement in any direction whether standing or sitting with at least one foot stationary and in contact with the floor) -Frequently, • Pushing/Pulling (using upper extremities to press against or draw or tug) -Frequently, • Handling (applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm) -Continuously, • Fingering (picking pinching typing; working primarily with fingers and not whole hand) -Frequently, • Talking (expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word) -Occasionally, • Driving (the control and operation of a fork lift) -Occasionally, • Desk Work (tasks generally performed at a desk including use of a computer printer fax machine telephone and other office equipment) -Occasionally, • Use of tools (safely operate equipment needed for receiving conveying stocking packaging and shipping parts) -Frequently, • Hearing (perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels) -Continuously, • Exposure to adverse weather & temperature conditions -Occasionally Values As a Border States employee-owner youre responsible for living our mission service philosophy and service standards. Mission Border States provides value to our customers by delivering innovative product and supply chain solutions. Service Philosophy We earn customer loyalty and confidence by caring about their needs and adding value to everything we do. Service Standards Border States employee-owners are competent accurate responsiveand engaged. Your career You know the opportunities at Border States are endless. Is this position the next step in your career here What are you waiting for Apply today! Border States provides bonuses to their employee-owners upon the achievement of branch and company goals. Equal Opportunity For All Its not just the law. Its something weve believed in since our founding. We value the diversity of all of our employee-owners and will always be an equal opportunity employer. Drug Free/Smoke Free workplace Required Experience: IC Key Skills Apparel,Cost Control,Horticulture,AC Maintenance,Import & Export,Administration And Secretarial Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1