Position Summary: The Warehouse Operations Specialist is responsible for supporting the safe, efficient, and organized operation of Barnhart storage and warehouse facilities. This role ensures facility readiness, accurate inventory control, and effective coordination of preventative maintenance and storage projects. The Storage Operations Specialist serves as a key operational partner to internal teams and customers, maintaining Barnhart’s high standards for safety, quality, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Facility Oversight & Maintenance

• Monitor the overall condition and structural integrity of warehouse and storage facilities.
• Conduct routine facility inspections, identifying and reporting conditions related to lighting, doors, security systems, fencing, and general infrastructure.
• Ensure facilities are maintained in a clean, safe, and orderly condition, including oversight of housekeeping standards such as trash removal, material organization, and elimination of foreign debris.

Inventory Management

• Evaluate existing storage operations and inventory management practices, recommending process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and reliability.
• Maintain accurate records of customer-owned materials and equipment stored in Barnhart facilities.
• Identify inventory discrepancies and work with internal teams to ensure timely investigation and resolution.

Equipment & Preventative Maintenance

• Coordinate with internal maintenance teams and approved vendors to ensure equipment is inspected, serviced, and maintained in accordance with Barnhart standards and operational requirements.
• Assist in tracking maintenance activities and identifying opportunities to improve equipment reliability and uptime.

Customer Support & Communication

• Support customer visits to storage facilities by ensuring sites are professional, organized, and ready for inspection.
• Communicate warehouse operations, inventory status, and storage processes clearly and professionally to customers as needed.

Project Coordination – Storage Projects

• Support storage-related projects from initial handoff through execution and closeout.
• Collaborate with Project Sales Representatives during project development to ensure alignment of scope, expectations, and operational requirements.
• Maintain consistent communication with internal stakeholders and customers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track and document changes affecting project scope, schedule, or budget, ensuring proper communication, approvals, and documentation.

Qualifications:

• Warehouse operations, storage management, logistics, or related industrial environments preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage inventory records and perform audits accurately.
• Working knowledge of facility maintenance practices and preventative maintenance coordination.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to interact professionally with customers and internal teams.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement consistent with Barnhart values.

Barnhart Offers:

• 401(k) program with company match up to 10% of pay
• Family medical, dental and vision insurance available after 90 days
• Paid time off and other benefits
• Barnhart CARES family care and community service opportunities

PURPOSE – Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world.

MINDS OVER MATTER – Barnhart has built a nationwide reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in American industry.

NETWORK – Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry’s strongest network of talent and resources with over 60 branch locations across the U.S. working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and professional development.

CULTURE – Barnhart has a strong team culture -- the “One TEAM.” We are looking for smart, hard-working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran