Temporary Warehouse Driver​/Material Handler

Temporary Warehouse Driver/Material Handler

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As a wholesale distributor, our Temporary Driver Material Handlers are major contributors in establishing Johnstone Supply as a leader in our industry; they work to support local contractors in their day-to-day work to help ensure that everyone who partners with Johnstone is successful.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – 3 weeks of PTO for individual contributors and 4 weeks for leaders
• Safe Harbor 401(k) – 100% employer match up to 5% of base pay and immediately vests
• Holiday pay – 7.5 holidays per year
• Employer subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability.
• Voluntary short-term disability, accident and critical illness insurance.
• 24/7 Access to virtual care/telehealth options, and Parental Time Off.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• $100 wellness reward for completing annual health check-up.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you, and your family.
• Coverage for chiropractic, acupuncture, and massage therapy services.
• Tuition reimbursement, up to $5,250 per year.
• Employee referral bonus program – earn up to $4,000 per year.
• Employee service milestone recognition program.
• Employee discounts on products & retail discounts.
• Variety of incentive plans for employees.
• Bi-weekly pay days on every other Friday.
• Opportunity to apply for John M Shank Memorial Scholarship Fund, available to both Johnstone employees and children of employees.

EOE & E-Verify Participating Employer.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Temporary

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing

Industries:
Wholesale