Material Handler — Forklift & Inventory

Overview

Johnstone Supply, North Americas leading wholesale distributor of HVACR equipment, parts, and supplies has a great opportunity to join our team. Over the last seven decades Johnstone has grown into the industry leader with over 470 distributor branches and 6 distribution centers throughout North America. We work with some of the largest companies in the world, including Daikin/Goodman, Honeywell, Emerson, Johnson Controls, Google and Fujitsu, to provide contractors with world class products, technical expertise, and quality service.

Now is the best time to join Johnstone Supply. Relationship-building is the key to our success, and it shows in everything we do. The Power of Johnstone is everyone who works with us. Our customers, our partners, and our people. Johnstone is growing, and so can you.

A day in the life of a Warehouse/Material Handler:

• Order Fulfillment:Select products from inventory to fulfill customer orders, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
• Product Handling:Quickly and accurately receive, inspect, process, and store incoming shipments. Match delivery contents with packing lists to verify accuracy and note any discrepancies.
• Driving:Operate delivery vehicles to transport items to other stores or customer locations. Ensure compliance with safety protocols, maintain a clean driving record, and complete vehicle safety checks before departure.
• Packing & Staging:Prepare, pack, and stage products for inter-store transfers, customer pick-ups, and deliveries. Ensure packaging meets standards to prevent damage during transit.
• Safety & Equipment Use:Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently. Perform regular safety checks and report maintenance needs.
• Inventory Management:Verify vendor and stock numbers for incoming products and determine proper storage locations based on bin numbers or product sequence.
• Customer Assistance:Occasionally greet customers professionally and assist with loading their purchases. Handle inquiries related to product availability, order status, and store policies.
• Sales Counter Support:Collaborate with the sales team by occasionally answering phones, assisting walk-in customers, and helping at the counter during busy periods.
• Freight Claims:Inspect shipments for damage or shortages, document issues, and initiate freight claims as needed.

What we’re looking for:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent experience), with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly (with occasional heavier lifts using equipment).
• Skill to operate heavy equipment, including delivery vehicles, forklifts, and pallet jacks.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with inventory management systems.
• A safety-first mindset and strong attention to detail.
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six months of warehouse experience, preferably in a wholesale environment.
• Experience with computer or barcode driven inventory management systems
• Forklift operation experience or certification.
• Strong problem-solving, multitasking, and communication skills.

This position pays $18 Hour

We’re also interested in hiring a great candidate that holds these values so we can further build a strong company culture:

• Safety:Always prioritizes safety, both at work and at home, while ensuring those who work for you work safely.
• Customer Focused:Take the perspective of those we serve, anticipate their needs, and responding quickly.
• One Team:We win together by collaborating with each other, focusing on the common goal, and leveraging the strengths of the team.
• Own It:Take the initiative, act with a sense of urgency and pride, do things right the first time, and always act with integrity.
• Innovate:Embrace and create change that drives continuous improvement and customer-valued solutions.

At Johnstone Supply, we recognize that our employees’ growth, well-being, and success drives the company’s success. We offer a competitive wage, in addition to health and wellness benefits…