COS Material Handler I

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.

Responsibilities

The COS Material Handler I position’s primary purpose is receiving, filling, and shipping products accurately and efficiently. Ensures all products are readily available to be filled and ensures necessary paperwork is completed. May be assigned all or some of the various warehouse job functions including but not limited to receiving, order fulfillment, product picking, wrapping and packing, stock replenishment, customer will call, and inventory cycle counts.

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently to receive, move, store, stock, rotate, and replenish inventory.
• Receive and unload shipments; inspect products for damage, verify quantities, resolve discrepancies, and complete required documentation.
• Ensure products are properly labeled, barcoded, and stored in the correct locations.
• Pick, pack, palletize, wrap, and load orders accurately while minimizing product damage and completing required paperwork.
• Handle and document hazardous materials shipments in compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Maintain inventory accuracy by following standard operating procedures, meeting productivity standards, and participating in cycle counts and inventory projects as assigned.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment by following safety procedures, wearing required protective equipment, and reporting safety or equipment concerns.
• Maintain required certifications, including forklift and hazardous materials certifications, as applicable.
• Communicate professionally and courteously with customers and coworkers.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Johnston limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, it is our expectation that each employee will adhere to our company values and offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.

Qualifications

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, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

• Required:
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 0 – 1 year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred:

• Experience with a picker, forklift, RF scanner, and inventory management systems.
• Knowledge of HVAC wholesale industry, principles, and practices.
• Previous experience with OSHA and safety regulations and procedures.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

• Forklift certification required, or willingness to obtain on the job.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic math skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and maneuver products and equipment while adhering to safety guidelines.
• Ability to follow instructions, procedures, and established processes.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work and maintain attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to complete routine paperwork accurately and timely.
• Proficiency in using warehouse technology, including RF scanners and ERP systems.
• English proficiency (written and verbal) required to support job performance, workplace safety, and effective communication.

Physical Demand

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand, and walk on a concrete floor for much of the workday. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to lift and carry and/or move up to 50 pounds and required to lift more weight with mechanical assistance or the assistance of team members. For driving duties (if applicable), employee is required to sit for long periods of time and can experience bouncing and vibration. The individual is frequently required to talk or hear. Special vision requirements are near vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and color vision.

Company Values

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.

Benefit Overview

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 including medical, dental, vision coverage, and options for supplemental care. We provide the resources you need to take charge of your well-being, including:

• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Safe Harbor 401(k) – 100% employer match up to 5% of base pay and immediate vesting
• Holiday pay – we recognize and pay our employees for 7.5 holidays per year
• Paid Parental Bonding Time
• Employer subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans
• Employer paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Voluntary long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• 24/7 Access to virtual care/telehealth options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution; Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Wellbeing program with opportunity to earn reduced medical costs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you, and your family
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee service milestone recognition program

We understand that our employees are the cornerstone of our success. Our commitment to continuous improvement & investment in our people is only matched by our commitment to superior customer experience.

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