Warehouse Foreman

Kelso Building ServicesBaltimore, MarylandOn-siteFull-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 14 hours ago

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About this role

About the Role

We’re looking for a hands-on Warehouse Foreman to run the warehouse and yard operations for our HVAC and electrical divisions. You’ll keep material, equipment, and tools moving to job sites on time, lead a small warehouse team, and make sure our field crews have what they need to stay productive. This is a working leadership role for someone who knows the trades’ material side and takes pride in an organized, safe, efficient operation.

What You’ll Do

- Lead, schedule, and train warehouse staff and drivers, setting daily priorities and holding the team to safety and productivity standards

- Receive, inspect, stage, and store incoming HVAC equipment (RTUs, condensers, air handlers, ductwork, fittings) and electrical material (wire, conduit, gear, panels, fixtures)

- Pull and stage job kits against project material lists and coordinate deliveries with project managers, superintendents, and service dispatch

- Maintain accurate inventory counts, cycle counts, and records in the company’s inventory or ERP system

- Manage wire reels, cutting, and tracking of remnants to reduce waste

- Track tools and equipment check-out and returns, coordinating repairs, calibration, and replacements

- Process material returns, handle damaged or incorrect shipments, and work with vendors and purchasing to resolve issues

- Oversee the company yard, including equipment, lifts, trailers, and fleet staging

- Operate and supervise use of forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment

- Enforce OSHA and company safety practices, including proper rigging, lifting, storage, and housekeeping

- Identify opportunities to improve layout, workflow, and turnaround on material requests

Duties and Responsibilities

Inventory and parts control

- Receive, inspect, and put away incoming parts, equipment and job supplies, and check them against purchase orders and packing slips

- Maintain accurate inventory counts and locations, and run regular cycle counts

- Track stock levels, and flag or reorder commonly used items, such as filters, belts, motors and refrigerant, before they run out

- Report damaged, missing or incorrect shipments to purchasing and the vendor

- Keep records of returns, warranty parts and core returns

Job and truck support

- Pull and stage materials for scheduled jobs and quotes so technicians leave with what they need

- Stock, restock and organize the trucks, and keep truck inventory checklists current

- Make sure parts are charged to the correct job or work order

- Coordinate same-day and emergency part requests with dispatch and technicians

Fleet and equipment

- Help keep the fleet ready by coordinating vehicle fueling, cleanliness and routine checks

- Report vehicle damage or maintenance needs, and log service requests

- Maintain warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks and shelving, and make sure only trained staff operate them

Safety and compliance

- Enforce safety rules, including PPE, safe lifting, forklift procedures, and ladder and rack safety

- Store, label and handle refrigerants, chemicals and hazardous materials according to regulations

- Keep aisles, exits, fire extinguishers and eyewash stations clear and inspected

- Report and investigate injuries, near-misses and accidents

- Hold regular toolbox safety talks

Team leadership

- Assign daily tasks to warehouse staff and drivers, and keep work on schedule

- Train new warehouse employees on procedures and systems

- Monitor attendance, performance and conduct, and give feedback to management

- Cover or fill in on warehouse tasks as needed

Organization and recordkeeping

- Keep the warehouse clean, organized and labeled

- Maintain accurate records in the inventory or job-management system

- Report to management on stock levels, shortages, and recurring problems or costs

- Support audits and year-end inventory counts

Typical requirements

- Prior warehouse or supply-chain experience, ideally in HVAC, plumbing, electrical or construction supply

- Leadership or supervisory experience

- Forklift certification (or the ability to get it)

- Ability to lift 50 lbs and work on your feet

- Basic computer skills and familiarity with inventory systems

- Valid driver’s license

- Strong organization and communication

What You'll Get

- Salary Range: $45k to $60k a year

- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

- PTO and paid holidays.

- 401(k) with company match.

- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.