Warehouse Associate

Baker Distributing Company; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in HVAC distribution is seeking a Warehouse Associate responsible for managing inventory and handling freight. The role involves picking, processing, and dispatching products in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have warehouse experience and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse operations and/or forklift operation is desired.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Pick and verify orders for customers.
• Conduct quality inspections to verify accuracy of products.
• Load and unload products daily for deliveries.

Skills

Multi-tasking

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

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Summary

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for managing the inventory of the warehouse and handling the daily transfer of HVAC freight and materials in a fast-paced environment. The primary goal of this role is to procure, pick, process, and dispatch products to customers and vendors for an established wholesale HVAC distributorship that carries multiple brands of equipment, parts, and supplies.

Essential Duties/Accountabilities

• Pick and verify orders for customers. NOTE: Baker has set production standards that the employee will be required to meet weekly. Additional details about these standards will be provided during the interview process and after hire.
• Conduct quality inspections to verify accuracy of received, picked, and shipped products.
• Load and unload products daily for deliveries to customers and other sales centers.
• Receive, inspect, and stock all merchandise.
• Prepare orders for shipment as needed.
• Perform daily maintenance checks on trucks and forklifts.
• Assist management with inventory counts and maintain daily warehouse upkeep.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in warehouse operations and/or forklift operation is desired.
• Experience with appliance lifting is a plus.
• Ability to multi-task and meet daily deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Proficiency in speaking, reading, and understanding English to comply with safety standards, policies, and procedures.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described are representative of those needed to perform essential job functions:

• Work in warehouse, storeroom, and sales center environments.
• Subject to all weather conditions.
• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, sit, walk, climb, kneel, crouch, or crawl frequently.
• Use of computer and telephone for extended periods.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Use of equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Operate heavy machinery as needed.