Warehouse Specialist

Job Type: Full Time, Hourly

Location: Onsite 4280 E 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50313

Expected Hours of Work: Our hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:30AM to 5PM.

Reports to: Vice President of Service Operations

Electric Pump, Inc and its family of companies have been in operation for the last 46 years providing fluid handling equipment to our customers in the industrial, municipal, and environmental markets. In addition, we are the largest pump service organization in the upper Midwest. Electric Pump is comprised of eight locations in seven states with approximately 135 employees. Our offices have a friendly, laid-back environment.

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The Warehouse Specialist is responsible for overseeing inventory control processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in managing company materials, products, and supplies. This role maintains proper stock levels, minimizes waste, and ensures smooth coordination between purchasing, warehouse, service, and production teams. Maintain clean and organized warehouse.

• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment in a timely manner
• Gatekeeper of the inventory – make sure every item leaving or entering the warehouse is accounted for; follow up as needed for return of unused parts to inventory or vendor
• Collaborate with Inside Sales and service Teams to ensure material availability
• Pull and stage service and project BOMs in a timely manner
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts
• Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with physical inventories
• Label, stock, and organize inventory in designated warehouse locations
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of warehouse and work areas
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and OSHA guidelines
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks, as needed
• Communicate inventory shortages, issues, damages, or shortages to the appropriate parties
• Provide support to for Shipping and Receiving during absences
• Perform other warehouse-related duties as assigned

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand, walk, bend, and reach during shift
• Basic computer or inventory system skills preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable attendance and punctuality

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required;
Minimum of 2 to 3 years previous warehouse or distribution experience required.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts;

high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 75 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Health insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.