Warehouse Associate

Daikin Comfort Technologies Distribution, Inc. is seeking a professional, skilled individual for our Warehouse Associate position for our branch operations group located at our Wheeling, IL 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 are immense opportunities to grow your career. 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 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 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 Works within well‑defined instructions. Uses established procedures and works under supervision to perform assigned tasks. Work is closely supervised. 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 products (e.g., Loading and Unloading). 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. Experience 1+ year of warehouse experience. 1+ year industrial forklift experience strongly preferred. Education / Certification High School diploma or GED. Must have valid driver’s license. People Management: No Physical Requirements / Work Environment: Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. The ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 lbs or lift lighter items repetitively or perform 2‑man lifts for heavier items. The ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time. Reports To: Supervisor, Warehouse Pay Range: $19.50 - 23.62 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. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr