Material Handler

Daikin Applied Americas Inc; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Growth Opportunities

Climate Controlled Facility

Job summary

Daikin Applied Americas Inc in Dayton, Ohio is hiring for a warehouse associate. The role involves picking, packing, loading, unloading, and material handling using pallet jacks and forklifts.

The position offers competitive starting pay of $18 per hour with a $1.00 shift differential for 2nd shift, Monday–Friday with some overtime. Benefits include PTO, holidays, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, and a climate-controlled facility.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of related warehouse or distribution experience.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Ability to learn how to operate power equipment.
• Ability to read and understand written English.

Responsibilities

• Reads work order or pick tickets to ascertain materials to be picked or moved.
• Loads and unloads materials onto pallets or shelves using manual or powered equipment.
• Loads materials into vehicles and secures items to prevent shifting in transit.
• Conveys materials from storage to designated area.
• Counts, weighs, and records units moved on daily production sheets.
• Attaches tags or labels to materials or cases.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Reading English

Power equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Pallet jack

Forklift

Order picker

Counterbalance forklift

Reach truck

Turret truck

Job description

Starting Wage: $18.00 an hour Shift differential: +$1.00 for 2nd shift Shift: 1st shift, 8:00 am - 4:30pm. 2nd shift, 11:00 am - 8:00 pm, Monday - Friday, some overtime required Location: Dayton, Ohio

What’s in it for you:

• Paid Time Off
• 88 Hours of Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Growth Opportunities
• Climate Controlled Facility

What you will do:

• Reads work order or pick tickets or follows oral instructions to ascertain materials 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 to designated area
• Counts, weighs, and records number of units of materials moved or handled on daily production sheet
• Attaches identifying tags 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

Minimum Qualifications:

• 6+ months of related warehouse or distribution experience
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Ability to learn how to operate power equipment
• Ability to read and understand written English

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of related warehouse or distribution experience
• Experience operating pallet jack, order picker, counterbalance, reach and turret trucks

If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied! Building a more sustainable planet. Creating comfortable, healthy spaces for people to connect, live and work. Perfecting the air we share. Daikin Applied is not just an HVAC company. We're part of a global technology powerhouse that uses Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) to transform the world. We're innovators and leaders. Not only as a business, but as individuals. And we are honored to say we were named to Forbes' America's Best-In-State Employers list for 2025, ranking #1 in Minnesota for Manufacturing and Engineering. You see, we're not just innovating on the outside. We're innovating on the inside to unlock people's unlimited potential and bring out the diverse and groundbreaking ideas that will help us solve today's most pressing challenges. That's why Daikin offers more than a job. Here's where you'll be heard, be valued, belong -- and be able to make your mark. Over the past several years, we’ve proudly welcomed several organizations into our family, each bringing unique strengths, deep expertise, and talented teams. As we continue to grow, these partners play a vital role in expanding our capabilities and shaping the future of our organization. Whichever Daikin Applied company you join, you’ll be part of a unified, supportive environment where you can make an impact and grow your career.