Warehouse Specialist
Join the AWG Team!
At American Wire Group (AWG), we are more than just a supplier—we are a trusted partner and industry leader in providing high-quality wire and cable, hardware, equipment, and accessories for the renewable energy, battery energy storage, data center, and utility markets. All of our products meet or exceed industry standards for performance and safety as well as strict quality control requirements. We also provide comprehensive services including cable management, application and engineering guidance, supply chain management, emergency services, and technical support. Strategically located in Pennsylvania, Texas, and California, AWG ensures seamless coverage across the nation and delivery in days – not weeks – for all of your wire and cable, hardware, equipment, and accessory needs!
The Warehouse Specialist will work a first shift schedule daily following the guidelines set for the by Shift Supervisor. The WS will follow standard operating procedures and will comply with the warehouse safety procedures, dress code and attendance policies.
Core Responsibilities:
The WS will:
- Receive, store, select, pack, and ship wire and cable inventory (COILS, REELS)
• Perform any and all physical requirements necessary to lift and move inventory around the warehouse.
• Comply with company attendance point system
• Move material within the facility with RF scanners
• Operate and maneuver warehouse equipment and any material(s) contained thereon safely and in the manner consistent with the intended purpose of the equipment and the manufacturers’ instructions and company policies.
• Maintain the warehouse in an orderly and clean state; follow all Company safety procedures; perform daily safety inspections.
• Receive incoming material in accordance with company processes, accurately identify and break down the material, note discrepancies, and make the product ready for storage.
• Store and locate product in accordance with company processes within facility.
• Stage product for shipment and loading via LTL or Flatbed trailers.
• Accurately select, check, and pack orders following designated company processes for shipment, weighing, manifesting, palletizing, and loading.
• Sort and pack LTL and truckload shipments in accordance with company procedures, customer requirements, and carrier requirements.
• Consolidate inventory as needed; follow company procedures for handling stock discrepancies.
• Participate in company inventories
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- “Safety is Number 1” attitude
- Ambition: will ask questions, will take notes, and will show interest in learning new things, once tasks assigned have been mastered
- Work Ethic: dependability, punctuality, and willingness to have a good relationship with others
- Ability to read and understand written/verbal instructions and to accept coaching as needed
- Positive Attitude: we are looking for candidates who want to learn, have fun, and do an excellent job at work with their team members
- Mechanical Skills: ability to fix equipment preferred
- People Skills: builds strong relationships with colleagues at all levels
- Ability to maintain calmness under pressure
- Familiarity with measuring equipment
- Basic computer skills: Microsoft products
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more; the ability to stand, be mobile and physically able to manage and transport materials during 8-hour shift
- Other duties as assigned
Why Join American Wire Group?
At American Wire Group, we believe great people deserve great benefits. When you join AWG, you're joining a growing, industry-leading company that invests in its employees and rewards their contributions.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay
- 100% company-paid medical premiums for eligible employees
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
- Paid maternity leave
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Employee appreciation events, team lunches, and company celebrations
- A collaborative, fast-paced environment with opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
At AWG, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous growth while recognizing and rewarding the people who make our success possible.
