Material Handler - 2nd shift

daikinapplied; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holiday Pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401k match

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Growth Opportunities

Climate Controlled Facility

Job summary

Daikin Applied, the world’s largest HVAC company, is hiring for a warehouse associate in Staunton, VA. This role supports receiving, picking, packing, and shipping materials in a climate-controlled facility.

Starting wage is $26.69 per hour. The shift is 2nd, Monday–Friday, 1:50 pm–9:50 pm, with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for growth.

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 read and understand blueprints, bills of material, work orders, pick lists, sales orders, etc.
• The ability to keep accurate records and reports.
• The ability to operate scales, industrial trucks, ladders, hand tools, banding equipment, and packaging tools.
• The ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Pick or place material on/off racks and stage material for shipment verification.
• Receive materials and verify shipments against records; check shortages or damages.
• Operate powered industrial trucks and cranes to transport materials.
• Prepare orders for shipment and ensure document accuracy.
• Maintain clean and organized work area and equipment.
• Follow safety rules and report issues immediately.

Skills

Reading blueprints

English communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Education/GED

Tools

Scale

Industrial trucks

Ladders

Hand tools

Banding equipment

Packaging tools

Overhead cranes

Job description

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

Starting Wage: $26.69

Shift: 2nd shift, Monday - Friday, 1:50 pm - 9:50 pm

Location: Staunton, VA

What's in it for you:

• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• 401k match from Daikin
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Growth Opportunities
• Climate Controlled Facility

Your Responsibilities:

• Pick or place material on/off racks, stage material for shipment verification, and ensure accuracy of part numbers and quantities
• Receive materials and verify shipments against bills of lading or other records, check for shortages, damages, etc.
• Operate manually controlled rider type propane, gasoline, or electric powered trucks as well as straddle cranes to transport materials in the warehouse, yard, or plant
• Ensure accuracy in reading the rales orders, picklists, work orders, and other documents and prepare orders for shipment
• Assemble wooden or cardboard containers or select preassembled containers to sustain materials in shipment
• Load material on trailers and unload material from trailers
• Maintain daily inspection and check list of powered industrial trucks and other equipment as required, report any safety problems to supervisor
• Search for missing lots or perform a regular running inventory (cycle count) as directed by management due to part shortages or inventory discrepancies and notify supervisor of any discrepancies
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area and equipment
• Follow all safety rules and instructions
• Work with minimal supervision and check all work
• Perform other duties as needed

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 read and understand blueprints, bills of material, work orders, pick lists, sales order, etc.
• The ability to keep accurate records and reports
• The ability to use and operate a scale, industrial trucks, portable ladders, hand carts, staple gun, basic hand and power tools, banding equipment, and packaging tools
• The ability to operate overhead (bridge) cranes, jib cranes, and straddle cranes
• 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
• Employer contributed 401k up to 100% on the first 3% and 50% on the 4th and 5th percent
• 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
• 40 hours paid time off for employees, first year prorated based on start date
• 88 hours company paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including verification of employment history, education, background screening, and drug testing where permitted by law. Safety-sensitive positions may require cannabis (marijuana) testing. All testing and employment decisions will comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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