Warehouse Associate

Join Our Team as a Warehouse Associate at Johnstone Supply - The Founder's Group

ABOUT US –

Johnstone Supply - The Founders Group is a 3rd generation family-owned wholesale distributor for heating, cooling, and refrigeration supplies and equipment. We operate across 6 states as one of the nation's largest HVAC/R distributors. Johnstone Supply offers superior customer service, technical advice and training seminars and features the industry's most respected catalog (available both digital and online) featuring more than 80,000 quality parts, supplies and equipment. Our purpose is to keep our communities safe & comfortable

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE –

The ideal Johnstone Supply team member is someone who exhibits our core values (Customer Focused, Accountable, Solutions-Minded, Always Learning, and Collaborative) and 9 winning habits. These include:

• Be a Great Teammate
• Be Accountable
• Have a Plan
• Solve Problems
• Have a Winning Attitude
• Put Yourself in the Customer's Shoes
• Develop Yourself
• Have Fun
• Lead People – Manage Processes

WORK SCHEDULE –

Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week between the business hours of 8am – 5pm.

JOB SCOPE SUMMARY –

The Warehouse Associate performs a variety of tasks including unloading inbound shipments, receiving and picking orders, reporting inventory discrepancies, operating a forklift as needed, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment to support efficient warehouse operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -

• Schedule and coordinate all inbound freight when necessary.
• Use an RF scan gun to manage inventory & track in/outbound freight
• Assist in unloading inbound freight, including use of forklift and pallet jacks.
• Receive all inbound freight (including branch transfers) and make sure it is staged and put away properly.
• Label all new inventory and take steps necessary for proper put-away.
• Put away stock in the warehouse according to agreed-upon standards and procedures.
• Replenish from overstock areas and "rotate stock" when appropriate.
• Update bin locations whenever necessary.
• Complete all paperwork and filing necessary for freight claims as well as daily receiving maintenance.
• Assist Replenishing, Order Pulling, and Shipping departments with the workload.
• Keep designated areas clean and orderly on a daily basis.
• Communicates well with Warehouse Supervisor and/or Branch Manager to ensure that all areas of the warehouse are being covered as needed.
• May work on special projects as needed.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE –

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

A. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and two to three years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Past experience would include shipping/receiving, and material handling. HVAC/R experience along with customer service and/or sales preferred.

B. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Skill and ability to type 30-50 wpm, operate a computer, use 10 keys or calculator, organized and prioritize work, meet deadlines, prioritize and handle multiple tasks and able to operate office equipment. Good written and verbal communication skills along with good listening skills. Forklift.

OTHER DETAILS –

• We offer competitive benefits, including health insurance through UnitedHealthcare, 401K with employer match, scholarship opportunities, a referral program, and much more
• Johnstone Supply – The Founders Group participates in E-Verify. All new hires must be able to successfully pass employment verification through the E-Verify program.
• All new hires must be able to successfully pass a background check, MVR screening (if applicable, for roles with driving responsibilities), and a pre-employment drug screening.