Warehouse Associate

Johnstone Supply LLC • Florham Park, NJ

3d • $17 - $19

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate (COS Material Handler I) receives, fills, and ships products accurately and efficiently, ensuring products are available for orders and required paperwork is completed. The role may include receiving, order fulfillment, product picking, wrapping and packing, stock replenishment, customer will call, and inventory cycle counts.

The associate operates warehouse power equipment to move and store products, unloads incoming trucks, checks received shipments for accuracy and damage, and verifies product labels and stock numbers. The role also involves picking and packing orders, documenting hazardous-material shipments, preparing and loading outgoing shipments, maintaining accuracy and efficiency standards, and following standard operating procedures.

The associate helps maintain a safe, clean work environment; uses protective equipment; accesses safety data sheets when appropriate; and keeps required certifications current. The position requires courteous communication with customers and coworkers and may include other assigned duties. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with rotational Saturdays from 7 a.m. to noon. Pay is $17–$19 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, 0–1 year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Forklift certification, or willingness to obtain certification on the job.
• Ability to read and perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to work safely, follow instructions and procedures, organize and prioritize work, and attend to details.
• Ability to work with others in a team-based environment and complete routine paperwork.
• Ability to use necessary technology, including RF equipment and ERP software.
• English proficiency in written and spoken communication.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and maneuver large or heavy products or equipment while following safety guidelines.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk on a concrete floor for much of the workday; regularly reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and frequently lift, carry, or move up to 50 pounds. Heavier items require mechanical or team assistance.
• Required vision includes near, distance, peripheral, and color vision.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with a picker, forklift, RF scanner, and inventory management systems.
• Knowledge of the HVAC wholesale industry, its principles, and practices.
• Previous experience with OSHA and safety regulations and procedures.
• Multilingual skills are valued.

Responsibilities

• Receive, fill, and ship products accurately and efficiently, completing required paperwork.
• Perform warehouse functions such as receiving, order fulfillment, product picking, wrapping and packing, stock replenishment, customer will call, and inventory cycle counts as assigned.
• Operate power equipment safely to locate, put away, stack, and move products to storage locations; stock and replenish shelves and bins and monitor reserve and will-call areas.
• Unload incoming trucks using a forklift, pallet jack, electric pallet jack, or by hand.
• Inspect incoming freight for damage, verify quantities against orders and packing lists, and complete paperwork for discrepancies or reimbursements.
• Verify barcode labels and readable stock numbers by scanning products, printing labels, and resolving labeling discrepancies.
• Pick and pack orders, enter items into a scan gun, and complete required paperwork.
• Label hazardous-material cartons correctly and complete associated paperwork.
• Prepare shipments by readying trucks, palletizing and wrapping orders, loading shipments, and placing packing lists in the last skid.
• Maintain required accuracy and efficiency standards and follow standard operating procedures.
• Participate in inventory cycle counts and other related projects as assigned.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area, follow safety rules, maintain equipment, use protective equipment, and report safety or maintenance concerns promptly.
• Maintain required hazardous-material, forklift, and other internal or external certifications.
• Communicate professionally and courteously with customers and coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive paid time off (PTO).
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 5% of base pay and immediate vesting.
• Holiday pay for 7.5 holidays per year.
• Paid parental bonding time.
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability.
• Voluntary long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• 24/7 access to virtual care and telehealth options.
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution and flexible spending accounts.
• Wellbeing program with an opportunity to earn reduced medical costs.
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Employee service milestone recognition program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED