Warehouse Associate |1st Shift Monday-Friday

Warehouse AssociateWilliams Distributing, a division of Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc., is seeking a professional, dependable individual for our Warehouse Associate position. This position is responsible for supporting warehouse operations within a busy HVAC distribution branch by ensuring products are accurately received, organized, staged, and prepared to support customer and branch needs. The Warehouse Associate works closely with Counter Sales Representatives, Drivers, and contractors to help maintain inventory accuracy, fulfill customer orders, and provide a positive customer experience. The starting rate for this position is $20.00/hour.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 are immense opportunities to grow your career. You will be part of a Global Company - our family brands are backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd. Schedule Monday through Friday Day Shift Overtime opportunities may be available based on business needs Reporting Location: SHELBY | Utica, MI 48315What You'll Do As a Warehouse Associate, you will be responsible for off-loading, put-away, picking, staging, and moving products throughout the warehouse while providing professional customer service to internal and external customers. Success in this role requires attention to detail, a commitment to safety, strong organizational skills, and the ability to maintain an efficient, clean, and organized warehouse environment.Responsibilities Receive, unload, inspect, and stock incoming products in designated warehouse locations. Pick, stage, and prepare customer orders for pickup, delivery, and branch transfers. Safely load, unload, move, and organize HVAC parts, supplies, and equipment throughout the warehouse. Ensure all products are received, stored, and handled according to established procedures. Maintain inventory accuracy and assist with inventory management activities. Complete customer will-call orders accurately and timely. Assist customers, Customer Service Representatives, Drivers, and branch personnel as needed. Support customer pickup activities by locating products, retrieving orders, and assisting with loading materials. Provide professional customer service to both internal and external customers. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment through good housekeeping practices. Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and company uniform while performing job duties. Follow standard operating procedures, established work processes, and company policies. Immediately report safety concerns, damaged materials, equipment concerns, or operational issues to management. Support overall branch operations and assist with additional duties and special projects as assigned.Knowledge & Skill Effective verbal and written communication skills. High level of attention to detail and awareness of surroundings. Ability to safely load, unload, move, and organize products within a warehouse environment. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Ability to understand and follow work instructions, policies, and procedures. Basic computer skills including inventory transactions, order processing, and data entry. Strong organizational and time management skills. Dependable with a strong work ethic and positive attitude. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to establish positive working relationships with employees, customers, and contractors. Ability to provide professional customer service to internal and external customers. Ability to work in a warehouse environment that is not climate controlled.Experience One (1) year or more of warehouse experience preferred. Experience with receiving, stocking, order picking, staging, inventory management, or distribution operations preferred. Experience working in an HVAC, wholesale distribution, building products, warehouse, or contractor-focused environment is a plus. Customer service or counter sales experience is beneficial but not required.Physical Requirements/ Work Environment Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday. Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 40 pounds. Ability to repetitively handle lighter products and materials throughout the shift. Ability to participate in team lifts for heavier materials when required. Ability to bend, reach, stoop, climb, and perform physical warehouse activities. Ability to work in both warehouse and customer-facing branch environments. Ability to work in a warehouse environment that is not climate controlled.About Williams Distributing Williams Distributing Co. and Shoemaker Inc., part of Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc., are leading wholesale distributors serving Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana. Through our HVAC, Kitchen & Bath, Hearth, and Garage Door business segments, we support contractors, builders, dealers, designers, architects, and homeowners with industry-leading products, technical expertise, training, and customer service. As part of Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc., employees benefit from the support and opportunities of a global organization backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd., the world's largest HVAC manufacturer. Whether your interests are in warehouse operations, logistics, customer service, HVAC distribution, skilled trades, or leadership, Williams offers opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development.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.