Daikin Comfort Technologies Distribution, Inc. is seeking a professional, skilled individual for our Warehouse Associate position for our branch operations group located at our Chicago, IL branch. The Warehouse Associate is responsible for planning, organizing, maintaining, developing and growing a volume driven and profitable base of target and core dealers while ensuring that each member of the dealer base is aware of the features and benefits of COD products and services. 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. > You will be part of a Global Company - our family brands are backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd. May include:
- 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 and Scope:
- Takes direction from lead/Supervisor.
- Works within well-defined instructions.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Ability to successfully process (ex. Loading and Unloading) products
- Ability to operate a forklift safely and work in a fast-paced warehouse
- Must be eligible to be forklift certified in house within 30 days by passing the Prove It and Driving Test
- 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 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 warehouse that is not climate controlled
Experience:
- 1 plus years of warehouse / logistics experience
- 1 plus years industrial forklift experience strongly preferred
Education:
- High School diploma or GED
- Forklift training/certification preferred
Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
- Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
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.