Distribution Center Associate

Baker Distributing•Jacksonville, FL

11d

About The Position

The Distribution Center Associate is responsible for warehouse inventory and the daily transfer of HVAC freight and materials in a fast-paced environment. The role supports an established wholesale HVAC distributorship that carries multiple brands of equipment, parts, and supplies by procuring, picking, processing, and dispatching products to customers and vendors. The associate performs shipping and receiving, order verification, merchandise handling, quality inspections, loading and unloading, inventory support, and warehouse upkeep while meeting company safety, productivity, and quality standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; equivalent experience may be considered.
Strong interpersonal skills focused on customer service, problem-solving, and relationship-building.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar productivity tools.
Ability to accurately sort, count, and verify items received.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency with inventory software for maintaining records, entering data, and creating reports.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent analytical aptitude, including the ability to analyze and interpret data.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in speaking, reading, and understanding English to comply with safety standards, training, policies, and procedures.
Ability to move parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, sit, walk, climb, kneel, crouch, or crawl to access equipment.
Ability to operate computer and telephone equipment for extended periods.
Visual acuity to read labels, inspect equipment, monitor inventory, and operate machinery.
Ability to operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical or technical experience.
Demonstrated interest in continuous learning, mentoring, and leadership.
Proactively seeks continuous process and service improvements.
Strong customer service mindset and ability to develop long-term relationships.
Creative problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Perform shipping and receiving tasks assigned by a supervisor.
Pick and verify customer orders.
Move incoming and outgoing merchandise throughout the distribution center by hand, hand truck, or forklift.
Meet company safety, productivity, and quality standards.
Conduct quality inspections to verify products received, picked, and shipped are accurate.
Load and unload products daily for delivery to customers and other Sales Centers.
Receive, inspect, and stock merchandise.
Complete the daily forklift maintenance checklist.
Assist management with inventory counts and provide daily upkeep of the warehouse.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.