Forklift Operator and Warehouse Associate

Staff Perm; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Staff Perm in Urbandale, IA is seeking a Forklift Operator and Warehouse Associate to support an HVAC manufacturing environment. You will handle shipments, receive goods, verify inventory, and assist customers at the counter while performing data entry and stock duties.

The role requires forklift operation, an ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and solid computer skills. A high school diploma or GED is required, along with a background check and drug screening where applicable.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Forklift operation experience is required.
• Counter sales or customer service experience.
• Computer skills to look up parts and customer orders.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift safely and efficiently to move materials.
• Receive goods, verify against shipment records, inspect conditions.
• Pack and ship items; record received and shipped items.
• Assist with counter sales and customer service as needed.
• Route materials to inspection or stock areas and complete documentation.
• Support warehouse logistics and general clerical duties.

Skills

Forklift operation

Counter Sales / Customer Service

Computer skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Lift up to 50 lbs

Shipping & Receiving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SAP EWM

Job description

Join our team as a Forklift Operator and Warehouse Associate where your skills in forklift operation will be essential to our efficient warehouse operations supporting a leading HVAC manufacturing company.

This role requires a skilled forklift operator who can also assist with counter sales and customer service duties. You will be responsible for handling shipments, receiving goods, verifying inventory, and supporting warehouse logistics with precision and care.

Job Details

• PAY RATE: 20.00 hour
• HOURS: 7:30am to 4:30pm (M-F)
• LOCATION: Urbandale, IA 50323
• Counter Sales - Warehouse - Forklift Associate
• Hiring a Warehouse Associate with Forklift and Counter Sales or Customer Service experience to support an HVAC Manufacturing Organization that is the leader in climate control products. Need a team player who is okay with helping where needed in the store, someone who can support Warehouse Operations - not just forklift; whether working in the warehouse, at the counter helping customers or could be answering phones.
• Under general supervision, performs manual warehouse and computer clerical duties related to the shipment and receipt of materials, supplies, equipment and finished products.
• Receives goods, verifies items against the record of shipment, and inspects condition.
• Gathers, verifies, and packs items for shipment according to specifications and the transportation method used. Records received and shipped items according to established procedures.
• Routes materials, supplies and equipment to inspection or stock areas.
• Completes written and computerized documentation.
• High School diploma or GED - Required
• Drug Test
• Background Check (Felony and Misdemeanor last 7 years)
• Forklift operation - Required
• Counter Sales or Customer Service experience
• Computer skills to look up parts for customers and customer orders
• SAP EWM experience would be preferred
• Shipping and Receiving experience
• Good oral and written communications skills.
• Good computer skills required: Microsoft applications.
• General HVAC knowledge helpful
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Pre-Employment Screening: Please note that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening based on local, state and federal laws in your region. This process is designed to ensure the safety and integrity of the workplace. Minor offenses will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration and all situations are reviewed by HR for compliance with local laws and hiring requirements for the role.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual warehouse and computer clerical duties related to shipment and receipt of materials, supplies, equipment, and finished products under general supervision.
• Operate forklift safely and efficiently to move materials within the warehouse.
• Receive goods, verify items against shipment records, and inspect their condition.
• Gather, verify, and pack items for shipment according to specifications and transportation methods.
• Record received and shipped items following established procedures.
• Route materials, supplies, and equipment to inspection or stock areas.
• Complete written and computerized documentation accurately.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Successful completion of drug test and background check (felony and misdemeanor last 7 years).
• Forklift operation experience is required.
• Counter sales or customer service experience.
• Computer skills to look up parts and customer orders.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP EWM.
• Shipping and receiving experience.
• General HVAC knowledge.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening based on local, state, and federal laws.

Minor offenses will not necessarily disqualify a candidate; all situations are reviewed by HR for compliance with hiring requirements.