Crater

Daikin Applied; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus

Growth opportunities

Climate controlled facility

Job summary

Daikin Applied in Dayton, OH is hiring for a first-shift role with a starting wage of $19.00 per hour. Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as an America's Best-In-State Employer 2025. This climate-controlled facility offers growth opportunities.

You will follow safety policies, prepare crates, operate forklifts and WMS, read diagrams, and help ensure quality and productivity. A high school diploma or GED (or 2 years related experience) is required; lifting up to 35 lbs is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or 2 years related manufacturing experience).
• Able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 35 lbs consistently.
• Excellent reading of diagrams and basic math skills.
• Proficient in English communication.
• Familiar with Warehouse Management System (WMS) and handheld scanners.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Prepare, cut, secure and assemble crates to prevent damage.
• Safely move materials with manual and powered forklifts/PIV.
• Read diagrams accurately and apply basic math to tasks.
• Operate WMS and handheld scanners for daily tasks.
• Identify quality issues and escalate as needed.
• Meet safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas per 5S.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Safety compliance

Manual dexterity

Reading diagrams

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

WMS

Forklift

Pallet jack

Handheld scanners

Job description

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!

Starting Wage: $19.00

Shift: 1st - 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday

Location: Daikin Applied - Dayton, OH

What's in it for you:

• Paid Time Offand Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• 401k match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Growth Opportunities
• Climate Controlled Facility

Your Responsibilities:

• Follows all safety and operational policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Prepares, cuts, secures and assembles crates to prevent product damage.
• Safely transport materials throughout the facility using manual and Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV), including pallet jack, forklift.
• Attention to detail with emphasis on reading diagrams, solid math skills, measuring devices and following step-by-step instructions.
• Uses basic computer programs, Warehouse Management System (WMS) functions, and
• handheld scanners to complete daily tasks.
• Identifies quality issues and escalates accordingly.
• Able to achieve safety, quality and productivity standards.
• Ability to physically complete tasks including lifting, moving, and carrying up to 35 lbs. consistently throughout shift.
• Maintains clean, organized work areas in accordance with 5S standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Your Qualifications:

• The ability to lift, push, and/or pull materials, stand for majority of the shift, and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining proper PPE.
• The ability to use hand tools for extended periods of time.
• The ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• High School Education/GED OR Minimum 2 years of related experience in a manufacturing/production environment.

Your Benefits:

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Multiple Medical insurance plan options + Dental and Vision insurance
• Company provided life insurance + optional employee paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage
• Short term disability and optional employee paid voluntary long-term disability
• 120 hours paid time off for new employees, prorated based on start date
• 88 hours company paid holidays
• 40 hours of paid sick and safe time, prorated based on start date
• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including verification of employment history, education, background screening, and drug testing where permitted by law. Safety-sensitive positions may require cannabis (marijuana) testing. All testing and employment decisions will comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!