Warehouse Manager - Lexington / Walton, KY

Job DetailsDescription5 Star Electric, LLC (5 Star) is a premier full-service provider of electrical construction, maintenance, and repair services with offices in Western Kentucky and Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. 5 Star specializes in Distribution and Transmission Power Line work, Substation, Industrial, Commercial, Streetlighting, and Fiber installations.Position Title: Warehouse ManagerOur Core Values: Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care.Classification: ExemptEssential FunctionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.The primary function of the Warehouse Manager will be to oversee the tooling and facility operations, facilitate business needs and requests for the customer base. This resource will have technical competency, employee management, financial responsibilities, productivity metrics and cost analysis, as well as administrative responsibilities.Roles And ResponsibilitiesManage the warehouse facility in all the aspects of the operations, define and supervise the logistics contractors, ensuring the contractors compliance with all the contractual obligation, taking care of the timely payment of the invoices;Work with the management to develop new tools and consolidate the existing tools;Support national tooling standardization initiatives;Promote innovation and digitalization of the facility;Build and managing a revamping capacity organization and able to refurbish test and develop new tools;Manage staff warehouse employees to execute the day by day task;Manage the contractors that are required to work at the tool facility;Manage employees’ performance, identifying training and job assignment, mobilization of field employees, and addressing daily employee needs and requests;Work closely with the clients to successfully accommodate all business needs;Follow up with the logistic team regarding the shipment of the tools, work with the team to establish and negotiate the service contract terms and conditions;Maintain positive employee relations and resolve employee performance issues in a timely manner;Keep information accurate and updated in all systems;Assist with HR issues, employee safety issues, Time & Expense review/approval, company initiatives, and other office related activities;Performs other duties as assigned.Success FactorsMust have prior experience in Warehouse Operations and Maintenance / operation of basic tools and equipment.Excellent Customer Service SkillDemonstrated team leadStrong Communication Skills and Interpersonal SkillsHighly OrganizedStrong attention to detailStrong Time Management SkillsModerate Computer SkillsMust Comply with company policies and procedures and all health and safety policies.Must have the ability to travel occasionallyMust be able to stand, sit, or bend for long periods of time.Must be able to walk, kneel, and carry for moderate periods of time.Ability to work outdoors and/or warehouse conditions frequently.Physical capabilities required to safely operate a motor vehicle, in all driving conditions.Possesses sight, strength, and coordination necessary to safely lift up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.Relocation/travel will be a prerequisite.Experience And EducationHigh School Diploma or equivalentMinimum of three (3) years’ experience in related fieldsMust have prior experience in warehouse operations and maintenance / operation of basic tools and equipment. Additional Requirements/Licenses/CertificationsPossession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver License is required.Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.NotesThe statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.