Warehouse Associate/Backup Driver

Daikin Group; Ballenger Creek (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Associate to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for efficiently managing the movement of materials within the warehouse while ensuring safety protocols are followed. Your expertise in operating forklifts and maintaining inventory will be crucial to the success of the operations. This position offers a chance to work in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and effective communication are key. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive team atmosphere, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of warehouse experience required.
• Must be forklift certified within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift and manage warehouse inventory.
• Assist customers and complete necessary paperwork.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Job Category: Distribution & Branch Operations

Requisition Number: WAREH007501

Posted: March 27, 2025

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: 192 FREDERICK, 4735 Arcadia Dr, #100, Ballenger Creek, MD 21703, USA

Position Overview

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for off-loading, putting-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.

Position Responsibilities

• 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 always worn 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 & Scope

• Possesses a broad theoretical job knowledge.
• Has no discretion to deviate from established procedures by performing structured work assignments.
• Work is closely supervised.
• Explains facts, policies, and practices related to job area.

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.
• 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 a warehouse that is not climate controlled.

Competency

• 1 plus years industrial forklift experience strongly preferred.

Experience

• 1 plus years of warehouse experience.
• 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.

Reports To

• Warehouse Manager

Pay Range

$22-23 per hour

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.