GMC Warehouse Associate

Daikin Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dependable Warehouse Associate to ensure efficient operations in their Grand Rapids facility. This role involves safely operating forklifts and managing inventory while adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will possess effective communication skills and a keen attention to detail, ensuring that all materials are handled with care. Join a team-oriented environment where your contributions will be valued, and help maintain a well-organized and safe warehouse space. If you have a passion for logistics and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of warehouse/logistics experience preferred.
• Eligible to be forklift certified within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift and warehouse equipment.
• Maintain inventory and prepare cycle counts.
• Assist customers and customer service representatives.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Ability to operate forklift safely

Team-oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

OFFICE
658 Richmond St NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA

Responsibilities include safely and efficiently operating forklift and other warehouse equipment to load, unload, and transfer materials and products without causing damage within the warehouse or to delivery trucks. Ensure all items are received according to procedure and stocked in designated locations. Maintain inventory and prepare cycle counts. Complete will call orders and ensure timely and accurate paperwork and transaction entries. Proper PPE and uniforms must be worn at all times during each shift. Maintain warehouse and forklift by following good housekeeping and safety procedures, including pre- and post-shift forklift inspections, and report any concerns immediately. Assist customers and customer service representatives as needed. Follow standard operating procedures, established work processes, and company policies. Perform additional tasks as required.

Nature and Scope: Takes direction from lead/supervisor and works within well-defined instructions.

Knowledge & Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills; high attention to detail; basic computer skills for data entry, report generation, and order processing; ability to operate forklift safely; ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment; ability to pass Prove It and driving tests; eligible to be forklift certified within 30 days; dependable, team-oriented, and able to establish positive relationships with employees and customers; capable of working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse.

Experience: At least 1 year of warehouse/logistics experience; 1+ year of industrial forklift experience preferred.

Education: High school diploma or GED; valid driver’s license required.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment: Must perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations; pass pre-employment physical.

Legal: Qualified applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

Equal Opportunity: The company provides equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation, or other protected characteristics, and complies with all applicable laws.