Distribution Center Associate

Job Summary 

The Distribution Center Warehouse Associate is responsible for the inventory of the Warehouse and the daily transfer of HVAC freight and materials in a fast-paced environment. The goal of this role is to procure, pick, process, and dispatch products to customers and vendors for one of our established wholesale HVAC distributorships that carries multiple brands of equipment, parts, and supplies. 

Essential Duties/Accountabilities 

• Performs any shipping and receiving task that may be assigned by supervisor. 

• Pick and verify orders for customers.   

• Moves incoming or outgoing merchandise throughout the distribution center by hand, hand truck, or forklift.  

• Meets safety, productivity, and quality standards set by the company. 

• Conduct Quality Inspections to verify/ensure the products being received, picked, and shipped are accurate. 

• Daily loading and unloading of products in truck for delivery to customers and/or other Sales Centers. 

• Receive, inspect, and stock all merchandise. 

• Responsible for daily checklist of forklift maintenance. 

• Assist management with inventory counts and provide daily upkeep of the Warehouse. 

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

Qualifications 

• High School Diploma or GED required; equivalent experience may be considered. 

• Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service, problem-solving, and relationship-building. 

• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment; reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed. 

• Demonstrated interest in continuous learning, mentoring, and leadership. 

• Mechanical or technical experience preferred. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar productivity tools; assistive technologies may be used to support this function. 

 

Skills 

• Accurately sort, count, and verify items received. 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. 

• Proficient with inventory software to maintain records, input data, and create reports. 

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment. 

• Proactively seeks continuous process and service improvements. 

• Excellent analytical aptitude with the ability to analyze and interpret data. 

• Strong and creative problem-solving skills. 

• Strong interpersonal skills. 

• Excellent customer service mindset with the ability to develop long-term relationships. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

• Proficiency in speaking, reading, and understanding English to ensure compliance with safety standards, training, policies, and procedures. 

 

Physical Requirements and Work Environment 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. 

• Required to move parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. 

• Required to position self to access equipment by standing, sitting, or walking, climbing, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. 

• Operates computer and telephone equipment for extended periods of time. 

• Visual acuity is required to perform essential job functions such as reading labels, inspecting equipment, monitoring inventory, and operating machinery. Tasks may involve close vision, distance vision, color differentiation, peripheral awareness, depth perception, and visual focus. 

• Required to operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks 

About Us

Baker Distributing Company is one of the largest distributors of HVAC, refrigeration and food service equipment in the U.S. We have been in business for nearly 75 years; we are visionaries! We are innovating the distribution industry every single day as we transform our company into a world-class supply chain. Our 1,400 employees and 200+ locations serve 50,000 active customers. Our corporate headquarters is in Jacksonville, Fl. and we are a subsidiary of Watsco (NYSE: WSO).

At Baker, we are utilizing emerging technologies and innovations to diversify our portfolio and our service offerings to deliver a best-in-class customer experience.

People are the core of our business -- those who work for us (our employees), those who work with us (our suppliers and vendors) and those we work for (our customers). While some of our employees are the most experienced in the industry, we are always seeking new talent with fresh ideas. If you have a keen sense of respect -- for yourself and others; an unfaltering devotion to integrity; the drive to provide consistency; the tenacity to strive for excellence; and embody the spirit of teamwork, we would love to talk with you.