Warehouse Associate​/Backup Driver ; Weekdays

Warehouse Associate/Backup Driver 4am start (Weekdays)

Position Summary
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. The associate is accountable for the movement of all materials within the warehouse and overall appearance while ensuring safety protocols are met.

• 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.

• 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 successfully process (e.g., loading and unloading) products.
• Ability to operate a forklift safely and work in a fast‑paced warehouse.
• Ability to pass Prove It and driving test.
• Must be eligible to be forklift certified in‑house within 30 days.
• Ability to understand and follow work instructions, policies and procedures.
• Dependable, work well in a team environment, and establish positive working relationships with employees and customers.
• Ability to work in a warehouse that is not climate controlled.

• 1+ years of warehouse experience.
• 1+ years industrial forklift experience strongly preferred.

• High School diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.

People Management
No

Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 lbs or perform 2‑man lifts for heavier items. Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.

Reports To
Warehouse Manager

Williams Distributing Co. and Shoemaker Inc., part of Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc., are leading wholesale distributors in Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana, specializing in HVAC equipment and residential products. The company’s mission is to enhance living environments through products and services while working closely with dealers, builders, contractors, designers, and architects.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity statement:
The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, and other protected characteristics. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations regarding individuals with disabilities.