Warehouse Associate

Conklin Metal Industries; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Conklin Metal Industries’ Nashville branch is hiring a Warehouse Associate to join a team focused on efficient inbound and outbound operations. You will verify shipments, stage and load products, and manage stock while ensuring safety and accuracy on every task.

Ideal candidates have forklift experience, at least two years in a fast-paced warehouse, and a commitment to quality. Position is full-time with a Monday–Friday schedule and benefits after 60 days.

Qualifications

• Two years of warehouse experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Hands-on forklift experience and ability to operate safely daily.
• Pay close attention to shipping/receiving accuracy.
• Inventory-control experience preferred.
• Able to lift 50 pounds and maintain high physical activity.
• Comfortable working in variable temperatures and flexible schedule.
• Safety-focused and follows established procedures.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and verify incoming shipments against invoices, checking for accuracy and product condition.
• Pull, stage, pack, and load outgoing deliveries and branch transfers without damaging product.
• Load and secure trucks in accordance with DOT and Conklin standards.
• Organize and maintain stock on shelving, bins, and overhangs according to company standards.
• Monitor inventory and report discrepancies to management.
• Operate a forklift safely as a regular part of your daily work.
• Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and safe.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and on time.

Skills

Forklift experience

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Inventory control

Safety procedures

Lifting 50 lbs

Temperature tolerance

Dependable/coachable

Job description

WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE

Conklin Metal Industries | Nashville Branch

1150 Antioch Pike, Suite 250, Nashville, TN 37211

Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM–4:00 PM

THIS IS NOT YOUR AVERAGE WAREHOUSE JOB

If you take pride in doing things right, know your way around a forklift, and want to work somewhere that will invest in your future, keep reading.

Conklin Metal Industries has been in business since 1874 and is still family owned and operated. We distribute sheet metal, HVAC, and duct fabrication supplies from 17 warehouses across the Southeast. Our Nashville branch is looking for a Warehouse Associate who is ready to show up, work hard, and grow with us.

We mean that last part. Warehouse Associates at Conklin have gone on to become Shipping Leads, Receiving Leads, Warehouse Managers, Inside Sales Representatives, Branch Managers, and Operations Managers. If you want a path, we have one. But it starts on the warehouse floor, and it starts with doing the basics exceptionally well.

LOCATION AND COMMUTE

We are located at 1150 Antioch Pike, Suite 250, Nashville, TN 37211, in the Antioch area off I-24 on the south side of Nashville. If you are commuting from Antioch, Smyrna, Murfreesboro, Brentwood, or the surrounding South Nashville area, you are in a great location. Our 7:00 AM start time also helps you get in and out ahead of the worst Nashville traffic.

What You’ll Be Doing

Your day will move quickly, and no two days will look exactly the same. You’ll help keep our operation running smoothly from the time product comes through the door until it leaves on a truck.

• Receive and verify incoming shipments against invoices, checking for accuracy and product condition
• Pull, stage, pack, and load outgoing deliveries and branch transfers without damaging product
• Load and secure trucks in accordance with DOT and Conklin standards
• Organize and maintain stock on shelving, bins, and overhangs according to company standards
• Monitor inventory and report discrepancies to management
• Operate a forklift safely as a regular part of your daily work
• Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and safe
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and on time

Who We’re Looking For

The people who thrive here tend to share a few things in common. They are detail-oriented and take quality seriously. They can work independently without needing to be watched, but they also understand what it means to be a dependable teammate. They move with a sense of urgency, take ownership of their work, and do not leave things half-finished.

You’re Probably a Strong Fit If You

• Have hands‑on forklift experience and can operate one confidently and safely every day
• Have at least two years of warehouse experience in a fast‑paced environment
• Pay close attention to detail, particularly when it comes to shipping and receiving accuracy
• Have inventory-control experience, although this is preferred rather than required
• Take safety seriously and consistently follow established procedures
• Can lift 50 pounds or more and maintain a high level of physical activity throughout your shift
• Are comfortable working in variable temperatures and occasionally adjusting your schedule based on workload
• Are dependable, coachable, and looking for a company where you can build a future

Forklift certification is preferred. A strong work ethic is required.

Please note: Any offer of employment will be conditional upon successful completion of a pre‑employment background check and drug screen. The drug screen includes testing for marijuana.

Schedule And Compensation

• Full‑time, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
• Overtime available based on workload
• Weekly pay through direct deposit

Benefits

Benefits are available on the first of the month following 60 days of employment and include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) options
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid Time Off
• 10 Company-Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program

OUR INTERVIEW PROCESS

We keep the process straightforward and respect your time. Here’s what to expect:

• A brief phone interview to get to know you and answer your questions about the position
• A five-minute online behavioral assessment through the Predictive Index to help us understand how you work and what type of environment brings out your best
• An onsite interview with the Branch Manager at our Nashville branch
• If an offer is extended, completion of a pre‑employment background check and drug screen, including testing for marijuana, will be required before starting.

We move quickly for the right candidate.

About Conklin Metal Industries

We are a fourth-generation, family-owned distributor of sheet metal, HVAC, and duct fabrication supplies serving the southeastern United States. Our customers include sheet metal contractors, mechanical contractors, duct fabricators, and HVAC contractors across residential and commercial markets. We stock the widest selection of sheet metal forming machinery in the Southeast and have built our reputation over more than 152 years by being reliable, sharing our expertise, and taking care of our people.

Conklin Metal Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.