Pipe Handling Associate II

About The Kendall Group

The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee‑owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career.

Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years.

At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.

Reporting to the Distribution Center Manager, the Pipe Handling Associate II is responsible for supporting the materials management function of the logistics department and indirectly supporting the overall sales function. Pipe Handling Associate II's are essential to the overall operation of the business. While specific daily tasks can vary depending on the location, a Pipe Handling Associate II's main responsibility is ensuring pipe is packaged and staged according to company standards.

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Pipe Handling Associate II position will consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

• Follow safe work habits and established safety procedures
• Participate in safety initiatives as assigned
• Perform defined warehouse activities specific to the receipt, placement into inventory, selection for shipment, and shipment of stock
• Receive inventory accurately and promptly
• Pick and pack orders accurately and promptly
• Accurately identify and count inventory in assigned areas
• Restock inventory in designated storage areas
• Truck loading and unloading according to established procedures
• Maintain quality and quantity performance and production standards
• Operate warehouse equipment including forklifts, hand trucks, crane, etc.
• Participate in ongoing general housekeeping of warehouse
• Check assigned equipment for proper operation and communicate problems to Distribution Center Manager
• Follow proper pipe bundling procedures
• Assist fab shop with pipe staging
• Load pipe for customer will‑call orders
• Work in conjunction with Team Lead and support in backup role
• Attend meetings and training sessions
• Other warehouse tasks as assigned

• Service Excellence
• Results, Action Oriented
• Accountability and Responsibility
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Safety Conscious

• Work Experience: 2 years of experience in warehouse, distribution, and pipe or steel handling
• Analytics/Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to use standard office equipment, including but not limited to computerized bar code scanner, printer, and standard warehouse equipment/tools/machines/vehicles; basic math and reasoning skills
• Organization
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent work ethic, good verbal and communication skills; ability to work independently
• Cross‑functional
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to work effectively in a team environment and through the direction of a Distribution Center Manager
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization and request assistance when appropriate, especially when lifting heavy objects
• Physical, Mental and Visual
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to frequently lift/move up to 50 lbs; ability to stand, walk, lift, pull, and push during entire work shift; ability to climb stairs/step ladders up to 16 steps
• Physical Environment: Exposure to warehouse temperatures (unheated space and outdoor conditions); noise level consistent with a distribution center

• Work Experience: Certification in the operation of a forklift truck is a plus

The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.