Warehouse Manager jobs in Salem, OR

Special Occasions is the premiere provider for event rental equipment in the Willamette Valley and beyond. Family owned since we opened in 1986, we are always looking to add energetic, motivated and detail oriented people to our team. We bring the vision and personality of our clients into their events with flawless equipment, exceptional service and endless creativity.

Our business, and therefore our clients and our team members, succeeds when our inventory is moved through the contract lifecycle and maintained in a high quality, ready to rent status. The Warehouse Manager is an integral part of this process, overseeing a team that counts, cleans, repairs, puts away and preps inventory for orders using established systems and working to develop new ones as well. 

Responsibilities Include:

• Coordinate with General Manager and Delivery Manager on delivery and pick up schedule and monitor manpower requirements as well as equipment availability and readiness
• Schedule daily delegation of workload
• Develop and maintain an annual calendar of maintenance
• Maintain inventory control of warehouse and update counter personnel on inventory daily
• Ensure that all equipment flows through the proper cleaning and maintenance processes ending with being returned to its assigned bin location in a timely manner
• Assure that all machines and tools are maintained in a safe condition for operation
• Supervise duties and activities of the warehouse and delivery personnel when in the warehouse and observe day-to-day operations and special projects. Assist staff with various problems throughout the day
• Assist sales staff when complaints and emergencies arise by investigating and solving the problems of equipment    
• Supervise and execute the periodic cleaning, repair and refinishing of equipment
• Supervise and assist in the loading and unloading of company delivery vehicles
• Supervise and assist in the loading and unloading of customer owned vehicles
• Communicate to employees and customers on the safe handling, transportation, and operation of equipment
• Meet with other members of management to discuss policies and problems, and make recommendations
• Stay informed of equipment failures and safety violations
• Address, correct, and report safety violations to the General Manager as needed
  
• Verify counts from Delivery Driver's pick-ups prior to unloading
  
• Turn in all forms and money collected to the Dispatcher
  
• Train staff on the proper loading and unloading procedures, forklift operation and safe warehouse practices and ensure that company procedures are being followed
• Train staff on the proper cleaning procedures and oversee follow-through with an emphasis on outcome not on process
• Train staff on the “Ready to Rent” procedures and oversee proper usage
• Fill in for other positions, when necessary, for smooth operation of the business
  
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, rules and regulations in written or verbal form
• Comply with government safety requirements and other regulations and security in store.
• Represent your department at management and companywide meetings 
• Conduct department, store and safety meetings upon requested
• Attend department, store and safety meetings.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Working Conditions:

• Must stand and be on your feet for long periods of time, likely the entire day
• Most work is indoor in general warehouse conditions in which there is minimal heat and air conditioning
• Some work will occur in the yard around our warehouse in all weather conditions
• Occasionally, less than 10% of the time, work will occur off site, usually in an outdoor setting
• Constant bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, walking
• Continual communication with co-workers and customers

Requirements:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent GED
• Prior warehouse experience is a plus
• Must be able to lift approximately 70 lbs
• Must maintain a professional personal appearance
• Must possess customer relation skills
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license
• Must be able to use math to solve problems
• Computer knowledge is preferred. Training on rental software will be provided.
• Must be able to speak English clearly and write legibly. The ability to speak other languages is a plus.
• Must maintain an acceptable attendance record.
• Must have a full range of motion and dexterity.
• Must be able to provide, understand and complete instructions furnished in written, oral or scheduled form.
• Maintain a cooperative working relationship with co-workers.
• Must be able to maintain a high degree of patience and offer constructive criticism when necessary.