Warehouse Associate - 1st Shift (Mon-Fri)

Warehouse Associate

Build a Career with Williams Distributing Williams Distributing, a division of Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc., is seeking a professional, dependable individual for our Warehouse Associate position. This position plays an important role in supporting warehouse operations through receiving, stocking, staging, loading, unloading, inventory management, and order fulfillment activities. Team members help ensure products are accurately received, stored, prepared, and distributed while maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient warehouse environment. The ideal candidate is safety-minded, detail-oriented, dependable, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment while supporting both internal teams and customers. The starting rate for this position is $20.00/hour. 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. Paid company-recognized holidays and paid time off benefits. You will be part of a Global Company - our family brands are backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd. Schedule Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Occasional Saturday work and overtime may be required based on business needs. Reporting Location: Grand Rapids, MI.

What You'll Do As a Warehouse Associate, you will support daily warehouse operations by helping ensure products are accurately received, stored, staged, and prepared for delivery or customer pickup. Success in this role requires attention to detail, a commitment to safety, dependability, and the ability to work efficiently while supporting customers and fellow team members.

Safely and efficiently operate forklifts and warehouse equipment to load, unload, transfer, stage, and organize materials throughout the warehouse.

Receive incoming products and ensure all items are accurately verified, documented, and stocked in assigned locations.

Pick, stage, and prepare customer orders for shipment, delivery, branch transfer, and will-call pickup.

Load and unload delivery vehicles while preventing damage to products, equipment, and facilities.

Maintain inventory accuracy and assist with cycle counts and inventory control activities.

Complete customer will-call orders accurately and timely.

Complete required paperwork, warehouse transactions, and data entry accurately and timely.

Assist customers, drivers, and Customer Service Representatives as needed.

Conduct pre-shift and post-shift forklift inspections and immediately report equipment concerns.

Maintain warehouse cleanliness through proper housekeeping and safe work practices.

Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and company uniform while performing job duties.

Follow standard operating procedures, established work processes, and company policies.

Support shipping, receiving, inventory, warehouse organization, and branch operations.

Perform 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. Basic computer skills including data entry, inventory transactions, order processing, and warehouse system updates. Ability to accurately load, unload, receive, stock, and stage products. Ability to safely operate a forklift and work effectively in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Ability to understand and follow work instructions, policies, and procedures. Ability to become forklift certified through company training if required. 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 and customers. Ability to work in a warehouse environment that is not climate controlled.

Experience One (1) year or more of warehouse experience preferred. One (1) year or more of industrial forklift operating experience strongly preferred. Experience with shipping, receiving, inventory control, staging, cycle counts, or order fulfillment preferred. Experience working in a distribution, warehouse, logistics, or wholesale environment is a plus.

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 throughout the shift. Ability to participate in team lifts for heavier products when required. Ability to bend, reach, stoop, climb, and perform physical warehouse activities. Ability to safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment. 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, inventory management, customer service, 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.