Warehouse Associate

Daikin•Ocala, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Daikin Comfort Technologies Distribution, Inc. is hiring a Warehouse Associate for its Branch Operations group at its Ocala, Florida branch. The role is responsible for off-loading, putting away, picking, and staging equipment and parts; moving materials throughout the warehouse; maintaining the warehouse’s appearance; and providing professional customer service to internal and external customers while following safety protocols. The position takes direction from a lead or supervisor and works within well-defined instructions. The associate safely operates forklifts and other warehouse equipment, receives and stocks items, maintains inventory, prepares cycle counts, completes will calls, and accurately handles paperwork and transaction entries. The role also supports customers and customer service representatives, follows company procedures and policies, and maintains good housekeeping and equipment safety practices. Work takes place in a warehouse that is not climate controlled.

Requirements

At least 1 year of warehouse or logistics experience.
Ability to operate a forklift safely and work in a fast-paced warehouse.
Ability to pass the Prove It and driving tests.
Must be eligible to obtain in-house forklift certification within 30 days.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
High attention to detail and awareness of surroundings.
Basic computer skills, including data entry to process transactions and generate reports and orders.
Ability to successfully process products, including loading and unloading.
Ability to understand and follow work instructions, policies, and procedures.
Dependability, ability to work well in a team environment, and ability to establish positive working relationships with employees and customers.
Ability to work in a warehouse that is not climate controlled.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds, lift lighter items repetitively, or perform two-person lifts for heavier items.
Ability to stand or walk for extended periods.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of industrial forklift experience.

Responsibilities

Safely operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment to load, unload, and transfer materials and products within the warehouse and to or from delivery trucks without causing damage.
Receive items according to procedure and stock them in assigned locations.
Maintain inventory and prepare cycle counts.
Complete will calls.
Complete paperwork and transaction entries accurately and on time.
Wear proper personal protective equipment and uniform during each shift.
Maintain the warehouse and forklift through housekeeping and safety procedures, including pre-shift and post-shift forklift inspections.
Immediately alert the manager to concerns.
Assist customers and customer service representatives as needed.
Follow standard operating procedures, established work processes, and company policies.
Perform additional tasks as required.