Job Description
Better Connected, Together: Employees Power Our Mission At Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation (AECC) and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (AECI), our diverse, dedicated team powers a shared mission: to deliver electricity that is reliable, affordable and responsible. Better connected, together with Arkansas’ electric distribution cooperatives — we provide wholesale power and essential services that improve quality of life across the state, serving more than 1.2 million members and the communities they call home. Our Employees are the Driving Force Behind Everything We Do We believe in supporting, valuing, and investing in our people — because when our team thrives, our mission succeeds. If you're looking for meaningful work, a strong sense of purpose, and a place where your contributions truly matter, we invite you to consider joining us. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION Supervises and directs all daily activities in the Distribution Center. Maintain center to ensure materials are received and shipped in a timely, cost efficient, and organized manner. Supervises warehouse workers by providing a detailed daily work task and weekly work schedule. Helps coordinate the logistics on incoming and out going freight loads. Coordinate the repair and warranty claim of inventory in a timely manner to reduce amount of unusable material on the property. Maintain the cleaniness and maintenance schedule of the building and grounds to the best of their ability. Oversees all paperwork to ensure an accurate inventory. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Supervises and assists in the daily activities of loading trucks from load schedules and the unloading of all materials that are received, and stores received materials in its proper place in the warehouse or yard. Monitors materials to be shipped such as: quantities, quality and item accuracy. Oversees and assists in the checking of freight against purchase orders. Oversees and assists in the handling of transformers received and shipped, ensuring transformers are pulled, adjusted, and ready for shipment. Monitors and maintains adequate assembly parts for products in stock, i.e., hardware for mounting lightning arresters to transformers. Directs and participates in annual inventory process; ensures warehouse is prepared and ready for annual physical inventory. Supervises the inspection of new inventory and returned items for damage; maintains packing/shipping supplies at appropriate levels to insure timely shipments. Makes recommendations and helps to enforce safety procedures throughout warehouse operations, with particular attention directed towards vehicle/fork lift operation, stocking of inventory, proper use of equipment, and hazardous items. Directs and assists in the placing of goods received to designated storage shelves, bins, yards and warehouse areas. Assembles orders to be shipped to customers and directs the investigation of discrepancies during inventory counts. Inspects and ensures proper maintenance and training for all forklifts, trucks, and equipment. Approves time worked/time off for all direct reports. Carries out supervisory responsibilities for a minimum of three employees in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to interviewing, hiring, and training employees. If applicable, schedules outbound loads for a VMI distribution center, supervises multiple VMI warehouses, oversees and assists in the pulling work orders for the VMI line crews and maintains and scans all paperwork for the VMI operation. This duty is performed daily. Due to our obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to our customers, the ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance and the ability to work outside your regularly scheduled office hours when necessary is an essential function of the job. The ability to handle stress and work well with others are essential functions of this position. Performs other duties as assigned. Maintain awareness of and compliance with applicable laws and regulations from various regulatory entities, internal policies, procedures, and directives. Ensure ongoing monitoring and timely incorporation of any changes to maintain adherence to compliance standards. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school or GED, plus at least 6 years related experience in warehouse operations. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Valid driver’s license Certified Forklift Operator ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions