Warehouse Associate - Wire Cutter

Warehouse Associate - Wire Cutter Be part of a growing, successful company in an exciting and challenging field. Border States is 100% employee-owned, which means you're empowered to make decisions, find solutions and receive rewards for your hard work. This position will be located in Albertville, MN. Application Deadline: until filled. 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. Job Summary: 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. Responsibilities: 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. Informs proper departments of "stock outs", inventory discrepancies, and other inventory problems or concerns. Non-essential Functions 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. Qualifications: 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 driver's 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. Skills and Abilities: 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. Ability to perform all aspects of the job as accurately and efficiently and safely as possible. Physical Requirements: Lift and carry requirements (weight and frequency): Occasionally 0 - 33% Frequently34 - 66% Continuously: 67 - 100% Lift from Floor to Waist: Additional Information: This job description is a summary of the job duties and responsibilities and is not intended to cover all possible job duties and is subject to change at the employer's discretion. Employees must be able to perform the essential job duties and satisfy job requirements either with or without a reasonable accommodation. Our History: Border States is a leader in the electrical supply distribution industry with approximately 130 locations in 31 states. Our employee-owners are second to none in delivering top-notch customer service and in demonstrating extra-ordinary people skills. We are one of the largest independent electrical distributors in the United States providing products and services to the construction, industrial and utility industries. Border States has a competitive benefit package and is a 100 percent employee-owned company. Employee-ownership is a significant part of our culture and our success stems from the dedication of our employee-owners. We practice open-book management and our employee-owners are empowered with clearly defined levels of authority to be innovative and decisive, allowing us to respond quickly to the needs of customers. Employee-owners understand their roles in the success of the company and care...

Created: 2026-04-01