WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE

Daikin Comfort; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Daikin Comfort Technologies Distribution, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Associate at our Sarasota, FL location. Responsibilities include off-loading, put-away, picking, and staging of equipment and parts, while delivering professional customer service to internal and external customers.

The role emphasizes safety protocols, proper PPE, and adherence to company procedures. Candidates should have 1+ year warehouse experience and be able to obtain forklift certification within 30 days.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Must be eligible to obtain forklift certification in-house within 30 days.
• 1+ years of warehouse/logistics experience.
• 1+ years forklift experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate forklift and warehouse equipment to load/unload/transfer material and product without damage.
• Ensure all items are received per procedure and stocked in assigned locations.
• Maintain inventory and perform cycle counts.
• Complete Will Calls and related paperwork accurately.
• Perform data entry to process transactions and generate reports/orders.

Skills

Forklift operation

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Basic computer/data entry

Team player

Warehouse safety

Education

High School diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

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 Sarasota, FL 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 is immense opportunities to grow your career
• You will be part of a Global Company - our family brands are backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd.

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 the 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 And Scope

• Takes direction from lead/Supervisor.
• Works within well-defined instructions.

Knowledge & Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• High level of attention to detail and surroundings
• Basic Computer skills include 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 include 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 / logistics experience
• 1 plus years industrial forklift experience strongly preferred

Education

• High School diploma or GED
• Must have Valid driver’s license

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Pass pre-employment physical.

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 person’s 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.