Warehouse Associate Job at Conklin Metal Industries in Summerville

Overview

Join to apply for the Warehouse Associate role at Conklin Metal Industries.

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

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

Position Details

We are a fourth-generation, family-owned distributor of sheet metal, HVAC, and duct fabrication supplies serving the Southeast. Our Charleston branch opening in November 2025 provides an opportunity to join a growing team that will serve customers and expand with us.

The role is hands-on and fast-paced, with responsibilities ranging from verifying and organizing shipments to preparing outgoing deliveries. Forklift experience is preferred but this is not a forklift-only position. The ideal candidate will be able to thrive in a physical work environment and work well as part of a team.

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

• 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 reliable, hardworking, value teamwork, and take pride in a job well done, we’d love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Wholesale Building Materials