Material Handler

Daikin Applied Americas; Dayton (KY); On-site; USD 49,594,000 - 55,104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus program

Growth opportunities

Climate-controlled facility

Job summary

Daikin Applied Americas in Dayton, OH, is hiring for a first shift Material Handler. Starting wage is $18.00 per hour with overtime opportunities. You will read work orders, move and pack materials, and operate pallet jacks or forklifts as needed.

We offer PTO/holidays, health plans, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, referral bonus, growth opportunities, and climate-controlled facilities. The role requires the ability to lift and move heavy items, read and communicate in English, and comply

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift, push, and pull materials in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Ability to stand for long periods and work with PPE.
• English reading/writing and communication required.

Responsibilities

• Reads work orders or tickets to identify materials to move or pack.
• Loads/unloads materials onto pallets using manual or equipment handling.
• Loads materials into vehicles and applies banding to prevent shifting.
• Transfers materials from storage to designated areas.
• Counts, weighs, and records units moved on production sheets.
• Attaches labels to materials and cases.
• Packs cartons for shipping and ensures packaging accuracy.
• Operates a pallet jack and forklift when required.
• Meets quality and productivity targets.
• Adheres to all safety policies and PPE requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains orderly, clean work areas.

Skills

Lifting and moving materials

Hand tool usage

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

Job description

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

Starting Wage : $18.00 an hour

Shift : 1st shift 8:00am-4:30pm + overtime

Location : Dayton, Ohio

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:

• Reads work order or pick ticketsor follows oral instructions toascertainmaterials or containers to be picked, moved, or processed

• Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand, forklift, pallet jack, conveyor, or other material handling equipment

• Loads materials into vehicles and installs banding and stretch wrapping to prevent shifting or damage in transit

• Conveys materials from storage or work sites todesignatedarea

• Counts, weighs, and records number of units of materials moved or handled on daily production sheet

• Attachesidentifyingtags or labels to materials or marks information or cases or containers

• Packs and prepares cartons for shipping to customers

• Ensures accuracy or order and security of packaging to avoid damage in shipment

• Operate a pallet jack and forklift on a regular basis

• Able to meet quality and productivity deliverables

• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures

• 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.

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