Warehouse Associate bei CONKLIN METAL INDUSTRIES INC

job Description

Warehouse Associate – Charleston, SC

📍 Location:
Conklin Metal Industries
607 Tradeport Drive, Suite 100
Summerville, SC 29472

🕐 Hours:
Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (with opportunities for overtime)

About Us

Conklin Metal Industries is a fourth-generation, family-owned distributor of sheet metal, HVAC, and duct fabrication supplies. Founded in 1874, we proudly serve the entire Southeast through our expanding network of warehouses.

Our customers include sheet metal contractors, mechanical contractors, duct fabricators, residential and multi-family new construction contractors, and HVAC service specialists. We are a one-stop shop for every component used in HVAC duct systems — from sheet metal and fasteners to insulation, machinery, and accessories.

With our brand-new Charleston branch opening November 2025, we’re building a team ready to serve our customers and grow with us.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a motivated Warehouse Associate to join our Charleston branch team. This role is hands-on and fast-paced, with responsibilities ranging from verifying and organizing shipments to preparing outgoing deliveries.

The ideal candidate will have forklift experience (though this is not a forklift-only position), strong teamwork skills, and the ability to thrive in a physical work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify incoming shipments against invoices and ensure goods are received in excellent condition
• Complete and process all required paperwork accurately
• Organize stock and merchandise within the warehouse according to company standards
• Follow and enforce safety protocols while ensuring safe storage in all racking systems
• Monitor and report any missing or damaged inventory to management
• Pull, stage, pack, and load outgoing deliveries and transfers carefully to prevent damage
• Load and secure trucks in compliance with DOT and Conklin standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 50+ pounds regularly and maintain high physical activity levels
• Forklift experience required; certification preferred
• ERP experience preferred (Prophet 21 a plus)
• WMS experience and proficiency with RF scan guns preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Problem-solving ability and strong task prioritization skills
• Flexibility to work overtime as workload requires
• Comfortable working in extreme temperatures depending on weather conditions

Benefits

We offer a competitive pay and benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Annual profit-sharing program
• PTO and 10 company-paid holidays

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new branch opening and help build something from the ground up. If you’re a reliable, hardworking individual who values teamwork and takes pride in a job well done, we’d love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities