Warehouse / Forklift Operator

Tropic Supply; Port Charlotte (FL); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Tropic Supply, Inc. in Port Charlotte, FL is hiring a Warehouse Associate who will operate a sit-down forklift and manage inventory tasks. This full-time role runs Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

The ideal candidate will have previous warehouse experience and a strong attention to detail. Tropic Supply offers comprehensive benefits including medical and life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience operating a sit-down forklift is required.
• Demonstrated warehouse experience in a distribution or logistics environment.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds consistently throughout a shift.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks and trailers, positioning and securing pallets safely.
• Receive and stock incoming inventory, and complete shipping documentation.
• Operate a sit-down forklift, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Physical work

Warehouse experience

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

RF scanning equipment

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Overview

Position Type

Full Time

Job Shift

Day

High School

Travel Percentage

None

Category

Warehouse

Description

Warehouse Associate, Sit-Down Forklift Operator

You are the kind of person who notices what others miss, takes ownership without being asked, and leaves every shift knowing the work was done right. Tropic Supply was built by people like you, and we need one more.

Full-Time | Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM | Port Charlotte, FL | Tropic Supply, Inc.

This is a hands-on, physical role inside one of Florida's largest independent HVAC and refrigeration distribution operations. You are not just moving product. You are the reason 23 locations and the contractors who depend on them keep running without interruption.

Why Tropic Supply

We have been family-owned and operated for more than 53 years. That kind of longevity does not happen by accident.It happens because we take care of the people who take care of us, our customers and our team alike, and we are looking for someone who wants to be part of a team that stays.

What You Will Own

• Load and unload trucks and trailers, positioning and securing pallets safely
• Pull and fill orders with precision, then stage and wrap them for shipment
• Receive and stock incoming inventory, and complete basic shipping and receiving documentation
• Verify parts, serial numbers, and paperwork against physical inventory at every step
• Support cycle counts and inventory audits
• Operate a sit-down forklift, pallet jacks, and hand trucks, including required pre-shift equipment checks
• Assist counter sales with order fulfillment and help customers load product
• Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and running to standard

Attention to detail is not optional here. Errors in a distribution environment do not stay contained. They travel downstream to contractors, technicians, and the customers we all serve.

Qualifications

Who Fits This Role

• Follows process correctly and asks when unsure, rather than guessing
• Takes pride in physical work done right, not just done fast
• Treats a wrong pull or a missed serial number as a problem worth catching, not something to shrug off
• Shows up ready, stays accountable, and can be counted on without being told twice

What You Must Bring

• Hands-on experience operating a sit-down forklift, required. This is not a trainable requirement.
• Demonstrated warehouse experience in a distribution, supply, or logistics environment
• Working knowledge of RF scanning equipment, warehouse management systems, and basic computer operations
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds consistently throughout a shift and sustain physical activity in a non-climate-controlled environment
• Strong attention to detail with a track record of order and inventory accuracy
• Clear communication and a reliable work ethic that does not require constant supervision

What Tropic Supply Offers

• Company-paid employee medical and life insurance
• Optional dental and vision coverage
• Voluntary short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Employee discount programs
• A stable, long-standing company where performance is recognized and tenure is respected

Tropic Supply, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.