Warehouse Associate

Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Daikin Comfort Technologies Distribution, Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking a Warehouse Associate to handle off-loading, put-away, picking and staging of equipment and parts while delivering professional customer service.

You will operate forklift and warehouse equipment, maintain inventory, complete cycle counts and paperwork accurately, and follow safety procedures. The role requires 1+ year of warehouse experience, with forklift experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Valid drivers license.
• 1+ year of warehouse experience.
• 1+ year of forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to pass safety tests and forklift certification in-house within 30 days.
• Effective communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift and warehouse equipment to load/unload/transfer material.
• Receive items per procedure and stock them in assigned locations.
• Maintain inventory and prepare cycle counts.
• Complete Will Calls.
• Process paperwork and entries accurately and on time.
• Wear proper PPE and uniform at all times.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping; report concerns.
• Assist customers and CSRs as needed.
• Follow SOPs, work processes, and company policies.
• Perform additional tasks as required.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Attention to detail

Data entry / basic computer skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Daikin Comfort Technologies Distribution, Inc. is seeking a professional, skilled individual for our Warehouse Associate position for our branch operations group located at our Houston, TX branch. The Warehouse Associate is responsible for off-loading, put-away, picking and staging of equipment and parts while providing professional quality customer service to all internal and external customers. The warehouse associate is accountable for the movement of all materials within the warehouse and overall appearance while ensuring to meet all safety protocols.

Why work with us?

> Benefits are effective on day one for all full-time direct hires.

> Training programs are available to help guide team members and develop new skills.

> Growth Opportunities - there are immense opportunities to grow your career.

> You will be part of a Global Company - our family brands are backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd.

Position Responsibilities may include:

Safely and efficiently operate forklift and additional warehouse equipment to load/unload/transfer material and product without causing damage within the warehouse and to/from delivery trucks

Ensure all items are received per procedure and stocked in assigned locations

Maintain Inventory and Prepare Cycle Counts

Complete Will Calls

Responsible for timely and accurate completion of paperwork and transaction entries

Proper PPE and uniform 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. Alert manager of any concerns immediately.

Assist Customers and CSRs as needed

Follow standard operating procedures, established work processes and Company policies

Perform additional tasks as required

Nature & Scope:

Works within well-defined instructions

Uses established procedures and works under supervision to perform assigned tasks

Work is closely supervised

Knowledge & Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

High level of attention to detail and surroundings

Basic Computer skills including data entry to process transactions and generate reports and orders

Ability to successfully process (ex. Loading and Unloading) products

Ability to operate a forklift safely and work in a fast-paced warehouse

Ability to pass Prove It and driving test

Must be eligible to be forklift certified in house within 30 days

Effective verbal and written communication skills

High level of attention to detail and surroundings

Basic Computer skills including data entry to process transactions and generate reports and orders

Ability to understand and follow work instructions, policies and procedures

Be dependable, work well in a team environment, and establish positive working relationships with employees and customers

Ability to work in warehouse that is not climate controlled

Experience

1 plus years of warehouse experience

1 plus years industrial forklift experience strongly preferred.

Education/Certification:

High School diploma or GED

Must have Valid drivers license

People Management: No

Physical Requirements / Work Environment: Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. The ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 lbs or lift lighter items repetitively or perform 2 man lifts for heavier items. The ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.

Reports To: Supervisor, Warehouse

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a persons race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.