VLM Specialist

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• Responsibilities

  Join Crawford Electric Supply as a Vertical Lift Modula (VLM) Specialist. As a VLM Specialist you will be responsible for handling materials including replenishing and providing stock for incoming orders. You will also maintain the Vertical Lift Modula to ensure the system accurately picks orders and works efficiently. Customers are always our priority, so your goal will be to meet and exceed customer expectations with each shipment.

  WHAT YOU WILL DO: 

  • Utilizing automated barcode scanning equipment - picks parts from the Vertical Lift Modula and places them onto the outbound lanes.
  • Verifies that parts being picked match order items in part number, quantity, and quality and that VLM procedures are being followed.
  • Picks parts in a neat and orderly manner in order to prevent damages during the process.
  • Maintain the VLM to ensure it runs efficiently including inspections. Resolve errors in the system or system software with assistance from vendor support.
  • Reach established daily production goals.
  • Establish a safe working environment for all associates in the warehouse.
  • Other duties as assigned.

  Required Skills

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  REQUIRED SKILLS:

   

  • At least 6 months of experience in a warehouse or distribution environment
  • Must be able to maintain a safe working environment
  • Able to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Able to prioritize tasks to best fit customer and company needs
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Work in dusty and dirty conditions; handle and store hazardous materials; clean and maintain a safe working environment
  • Operate Forklift, equipment such as pallet jacks
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  OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND DETAILS: 

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, unassisted.
  • Must be able to frequently walk and stand (up to 100% of shift).
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  • Climb ladders, squatting, and bending.
  • Typical environment is a general warehouse environment; but may include offices, light industrial, commercial, utility and manufacturing. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Will include outdoor work exposed to elements and non-conditioned warehouse spaces.
• Qualifications

  REQUIRED SKILLS:

  • At least 6 months of experience in a warehouse or distribution environment
  • Must be able to maintain a safe working environment
  • Able to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Able to prioritize tasks to best fit customer and company needs
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Work in dusty and dirty conditions; handle and store hazardous materials; clean and maintain a safe working environment
  • Operate Forklift, equipment such as pallet jacks

  OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND DETAILS: 

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, unassisted.
  • Must be able to frequently walk and stand (up to 100% of shift).
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  • Climb ladders, squatting, and bending.
  • Typical environment is a general warehouse environment; but may include offices, light industrial, commercial, utility and manufacturing. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Will include outdoor work exposed to elements and non-conditioned warehouse spaces.

   

Why work for Crawford?

If you are looking for a company who is committed to building a relationship with you, who encourages having fun at work, who is powered by difference, and who is passionate about your future, it’s time to apply at Crawford Electric Supply. Known in the electrical distribution industry for being a great place to work and build a career, Crawford prides itself on being a business partner rather than just an electrical supplier to its customers. Everyday Crawford associates provide the best customer experience while at the same time offering the widest variety of electrical products on the market. For the past 30 years, Crawford has built a culture of growth, opportunity, innovative thinking, and stability for its employees by truly living up to the company motto of, “Whatever it Takes!”  through our mindset competencies below:

Our Competitive Benefits? 

401K Matching, Competitive Medical Plans (medical, dental, and vision), Paid Vacation/Sick time, Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care), Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discounts, Long term and Short term disability, Life Insurance, and ample opportunities to learn and grow.

About Crawford

In 1990, Crawford Electric Supply opened its first store in Dallas, TX and began a tradition of excellence. Within five years of opening, the store was ranked #1 in the twin city market. Over the next few years, Crawford grew from just one store of 6 employees with $2 million in sales to 6 locations with $320 million in sales (Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio, Fort Worth, and College Station). Always striving to be the preferred business to business provider of electrical products and solutions, each location rose to the top of their respective markets and continued to expand our footprint. Today, Crawford has grown to 25 locations across Texas and Louisiana with more than 600 associates. We are proud to serve commercial, residential, and industrial markets. Over the last 30 years, Crawford has lived up to and exceeded its motto of, "Whatever it Takes!"

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