Warehouse Associate

Air Engineers is seeking a Warehouse Associate in our Ft. Walton, FL location responsible for ensuring the accurate and efficient handling, storage, and shipping of HVAC products. This role includes receiving and processing incoming stock, picking and filling orders, packing and shipping orders, and managing inventory.   Must be able to safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Receiving: Unload, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against purchase orders or packing lists. Report any discrepancies or damages. – Very important we verify orders
• Stocking: Organize and store products in designated locations, ensuring proper labeling and tracking.
• Order Fulfillment: Accurately pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipping. Ensure that products are packed securely and labeled correctly.
• Inventory Management: 
• Inventory Management: Maintain accurate records of stock levels and report any shortages or discrepancies on stock levels and inbound shipments.
• Shipping: Prepare shipping documentation, coordinate with shipping carriers, and ensure timely dispatch of orders.
• Safety: Follow all safety protocols and procedures. Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment.
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate warehouse equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
• Quality Control: Inspect products for defects or damage before shipping. Ensure that all outbound shipments meet quality standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other warehouse staff, sales teams, and management to coordinate and optimize warehouse operations.

Qualifications

Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field is preferred, not required.

Minimum Experience: Previous experience in warehouse environment is desirable, preferably in HVAC distribution or related industry.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience using a warehouse management system (WMS)
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy
• Knowledge of HVAC system and products is an advantage

Job Training:

• Company Specific Training
• Forklift Certification
• OSHA-10
• Required Safety Training

Safety Summary

Working Conditions:  

Work is normally performed in a warehouse environment or exterior storage yard/lot with some exposure to physical risk.  Work may be performed in all weather conditions and exposure to heat, cold, and high noise levels is expected.  Regular working hours with occasional overtime are associated with this position.

Physical Requirements:

• Speaking, listening, writing, and typing
• Sitting and standing for long periods of time
• Walking on concrete surfaces
• Ability to perform repetitive motions
• Bending, squatting, reaching, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds
• Climbing stairs and ladders occasionally
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment including but not limited to forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and carts

Join a Legacy of Excellence at Air Engineers

Air Engineers proudly serves as the longest-standing independent Trane Technologies distributor in the United States. Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, with four offices across Alabama and six in Florida we bring top-tier HVAC solutions to the communities we serve.

As a legacy Mitsubishi partner and a rapidly growing provider of Parts and Supplies, Air Engineers continues to evolve and innovate in service delivery. Our success is built on a foundation of deep industry expertise and a commitment to excellence.

What truly sets us apart? Our people and our culture. As a 3rd-generation, 100% family-owned company, we believe that when our team thrives, our customers do too. Our culture is rooted in five core values:

• Family
• Attitude
• Passionate
• Dependable
• Fun

These values drive everything we do, from how we support our employees to how we serve our dealer clients with creativity, care, and consistency.

If you're looking to be part of a company with a rich history, a vibrant culture, and a clear vision for the future, we’d love to connect. Let’s build something great together.