Warehouse Associate

Conklin Metal Industries; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Conklin Metal Industries is seeking a Warehouse Associate in Mobile to support every area of the operation, from receiving to shipping. This role emphasizes dependability, detail-orientation, safety, and teamwork.

You will handle orders, inventory, and daily warehouse workflows and participate in all functions, not just forklift tasks. The ideal candidate will have forklift experience, WMS scanning proficiency, and at least 2 years of warehouse work, with the ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in

Qualifications

• Forklift certification preferred and forklift experience required.
• Experience with WMS scanning and inventory control strongly preferred.
• Order picking and general warehouse experience.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and stay active through shift.
• Able to work in varying temperatures and fast-paced conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing daily needs.
• 2+ years warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and verify incoming shipments against orders and invoices.
• Ensure paperwork is completed accurately and processed properly.
• Organize inventory and maintain warehouse stock locations.
• Perform order picking, staging, packing, and loading.
• Operate forklift safely and efficiently.
• Use WMS scanning systems to track and manage inventory.
• Support inventory control and report discrepancies.
• Load and secure trucks following DOT and company safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment.
• Assist with receiving, shipping, and overall warehouse workflow.

Skills

Forklift experience

WMS scanning

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

WMS software

Job description

Location: 5237 Halls Mill Rd. Bldg W Mobile AL, 36619

Schedule: Monday–Thursday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Friday 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (home every night, weekends off!)

About Conklin Metal Industries

Conklin Metal Industries has been family-owned and operated for over 150 years. We’re a leading distributor of sheet metal, HVAC, and duct fabrication supplies, serving contractors across the Southeast from 18 branches. Our customers count on us as their one-stop shop for everything needed to build and install commercial and residential HVAC duct systems.

We’re proud of our history, but even more excited about our future — and we want you to be a part of it!

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Warehouse Associate to join our growing Mobile team.

About The Role

This is an all-around warehouse position supporting every area of the operation — from receiving to shipping. We are looking for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, safety-focused, and willing to jump in wherever needed.

This is not a forklift-only role — you’ll be actively involved in all daily warehouse functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and verify incoming shipments against orders and invoices
• Ensure paperwork is completed accurately and processed properly
• Organize inventory and maintain warehouse stock locations
• Perform order picking, staging, packing, and loading
• Operate forklift safely and efficiently
• Use WMS scanning systems to track and manage inventory
• Support inventory control and report discrepancies
• Load and secure trucks following DOT and company safety standards
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment
• Assist with receiving, shipping, and overall warehouse workflow

What We’re Looking For

The Ideal Candidate Is

• Hands-on and accountable
• Detail-oriented and safety-focused
• Comfortable working as part of a team
• Willing to learn every function of the warehouse

Qualifications

• Forklift experience required (certification preferred)
• Experience with WMS scanning and inventory control strongly preferred
• Order picking and general warehouse experience
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and remain active throughout the shift
• Able to work in varying temperatures and fast-paced conditions
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing daily needs
• 2+ years warehouse experience preferred

Additional Requirements

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

Equal Opportunity Employer

Conklin Metal Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Why Join Conklin?

• Stability: We’ve been in business since 1874 and are still growing strong.
• Work/Life Balance: Be home every night and off on weekends.
• Team Culture: Join a supportive, family-oriented team that values hard work and integrity.
• Growth Potential: We love to promote from within!