Warehouse Assistant

Description

Let’s share a little about FBS and then we welcome you to apply:

• We are so proud to be 100% Employee Owned. We hire owners, not employees! This means that employees earn ownership in our company through their work and build their net worth based on the company’s change in value over time.
• For our seventh conssecutive year, we ranked in the Top 10 Best places to work in Idaho.
• Franklin Building Supply is a lumber and building material company that has been in business for more than 45 years. We have locations spread across Idaho and one in Nevada.
• We supply just about everything besides plumbing and electrical to build homes. Our focus is on serving professional home builders. Along with supplying materials, we install a wide range of products including framing, overhead doors, insulation, gutters, siding and more. We also manufacture some products including trusses, cabinets, doors and granite counter tops.
• Our company is full of outstanding people who have been working for Franklin Building Supply for 10, 20 or 30 years. We’re working harder than anyone else in our market to get better every day, adding value for customers and improving the value of our company for our employee owners.
• We are committed to working safer, smarter and more efficiently than ever before. We are making significant investments in tools, equipment, training and positions like this to help our team reach its potential.
• Along with competitive compensation, we offer competitive benefits that would be expected including medical/Rx, vision and dental insurance, 401(k), paid time off, holiday pay, disability & life insurance, etc.

Primary purpose: To receive, process, and coordinate product pick-up and delivery for all interior products while properly staging and maintaining products in the warehouse (Cabinets, Carpet, Vinyl, Tile, Wood, Laminate Floor & laminate CT). This role ensures accurate inventory management, efficient scheduling, and safe transport of materials to job sites.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Scheduling and Coordination:

Coordinate product pick-up from local vendors, ensuring timely and organized scheduling. Organize and stage materials in the warehouse for easy access and efficient processing.

Inventory Management:

Accurately receive products into the Inventory Management System, ensuring all items are logged and tracked properly. Prepare stocked materials for customer orders, maintaining accuracy and readiness for delivery or pick-up.

Operations Management:

Oversee the movement of goods into and out of production areas, prioritizing efficiency and sustainability. Safely deliver products to job sites.

Adaptability and Problem-Solving:

Adjust daily schedules to accommodate unplanned urgencies, ensuring minimal disruption to operations. Solve problems independently, applying good judgment to make decisions that benefit the operation.

Communication and Teamwork:

Communicate clearly and effectively with team members, vendors, and customers. Maintain a professional demeanor, representing the company positively in all interactions.

Safety:

Willingness to embrace our safety culture, following company protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. 

Driving Requirements:

Possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and the ability to pass a DOT physical examination; job duties include driving a company truck to deliver to job sites and handling local pickups. 

Other Responsibilities:

Participate in basic housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and organized work area. Perform other duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to take on additional tasks as needed.

Requirements

Required:

• Judgment and Decision-Making: Strong ability to make sound decisions and use good judgment in various situations.
• Problem-Solving: Able to solve problems independently with minimal supervision.
• Communication: Approachable, a good listener, and capable of effective communication.
• Adaptability: Ability to modify plans and schedules to address urgent needs.
• Goal-oriented: Effective at setting and achieving goals.
• Pressure Handling: Able to thrive under pressure, multitasking with finesse.
• Equipment Operation: Ability to operate or learn to operate manual transmission and forklifts.
• Attention to Detail: Possess excellent organizational skills and a keen eye for detail. 
• Quality: Maintain high standards of quality when handling, staging, and delivering products to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Physical Requirements: Physical ability to lift up to 100 pounds and carry materials up stairs when needed.
• Possesses a valid driver's license 

Strongly Preferred:

• Construction Knowledge and/or Experience: General knowledge of construction materials and processes.

• Education: High School Diploma/GED.

• Technical Skills: Some experience with Microsoft Office products