Material Handler

Johnson Controls; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls is hiring for an on-site warehouse associate to support material handling and shipping operations. You will package materials, receive and stock goods, and move items using fork trucks and pallet jacks in a fast-paced plant environment.

The role requires a high school diploma, 3+ years in warehouse or production, a valid forklift license, and basic reading/writing in English. You will work with a team and must maintain safety and organization across the shipping and inventory

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in production or warehouse operations preferred.
• Prior shipping and receiving experience preferred.
• Current fork truck license required.
• Minimum 1 year of fork truck and warehouse experience required.

Responsibilities

• Package materials for shipment.
• Receive, unpack, verify, and stock incoming goods in assigned locations.
• Load and unload trucks; move materials throughout the plant using a fork truck or pallet jack.
• Support efficient and controlled material flow across operations.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to safety standards.
• Keep shipping, receiving, and inventory areas clean and organized.

Skills

Forklift operation

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Carpentry basics

Education

High school diploma

3+ years warehouse experience

Fork truck license

Shipping/receiving experience

Basic reading/writing in English

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Power tools

Job description

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Package materials for shipment
• Receive, unpack, verify, and stock incoming goods in assigned locations
• Load and unload trucks; move materials throughout the plant using a fork truck or pallet jack
• Support efficient and controlled material flow across operations
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to safety standards
• Keep shipping, receiving, and inventory areas clean and organized

Qualifications

The following are the minimum requirements to successfully perform this role and represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in production or warehouse operations preferred
• Prior shipping and receiving experience preferred
• Current fork truck license required
• Minimum 1 year of fork truck and warehouse experience required'

Skills

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written); ability to read, write, and speak English
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate across all levels
• Experience operating material handling equipment, including fork trucks
• Basic carpentry skills, including use of small power tools

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, sit, and perform tasks involving repetitive movement
• Ability to use a computer for extended periods as needed
• Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
• Must be able to safely handle metals such as aluminum, copper, bronze, and steel

Work Environment

• Exposure to moving and heated mechanical parts, airborne particles, adhesive fumes, and energized electrical systems
• Moderate noise levels may occur periodically
• Required personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided

Additional Information

• Work Location: On-site

Compensation & Benefits

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $17.35 – $22.00 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us