Warehouse Associate/Local Delivery Driver

Daikin Comfort Technologies Distribution, Inc. is seeking a professional, skilled individual for our Warehouse Associate/Local Delivery Driver position in Beaumont, TX.

About the role

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for off-loading, put-away, picking, and staging of equipment and parts while providing professional quality customer service to all internal and external customers. This role ensures the movement of all materials within the warehouse, maintains overall appearance, and adheres to all safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Wear proper PPE and uniform 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.

Requirements

• 1+ years of warehouse experience.
• 1+ years of industrial forklift experience strongly preferred.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be eligible to be forklift certified in-house within 30 days.
• Must pass a Prove It and driving test.
• Must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Skills

• 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 process (e.g., loading and unloading) products efficiently.
• Ability to operate a forklift safely and work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Ability to understand and follow work instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Dependability, teamwork, and ability to establish positive working relationships with employees and customers.

Benefits

• Benefits effective on day one for all full-time direct hires.
• Training programs available to help guide team members and develop new skills.
• Growth opportunities to advance your career.
• Part of a global company backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 lbs or lift lighter items repetitively.
• Ability to perform 2-man lifts for heavier items.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Work in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment.

Reports to: Supervisor, Warehouse.