Forklift Operator/Material Handler - Receiving Department (Manufactured Housing / Construction) (Caldwell, ID)

KIT Custom HomeBuilders; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Referral bonus

Benefits: medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

PTO & paid holidays

Weekly pay

Employee discounts

Job summary

KIT Custom HomeBuilders in Caldwell, ID is hiring a Forklift Operator/Material Handler for the Receiving Department in our manufacturing facility.

Pay starts at $24.00/hour plus DOE. We offer benefits, 401(k) with company match, PTO, paid holidays, weekly pay, and employee discounts. Ideal candidates have 1–5 years in outdoor receiving, forklift certification preferred, strong safety focus, ability to lift up to 75 lbs, and willingness to work outdoors year-round.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of experience in outdoor receiving yard preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred but not required.
• Strong customer service and professional communication skills with shippers, drivers, and internal teams.
• Ability to stand, walk for long periods, and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Able to work outdoors year-round in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials in the production plant.
• Check in received materials and deliver to designated areas.
• Work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Safety compliance

PPE usage

Forklift certification

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Job description

Forklift Operator/Material Handler - Receiving Department (Manufactured Housing / Construction)

Forklift Operator/Material Handler – $24.00/hr.+ DOE – Caldwell, ID

KIT Custom HomeBuilders is hiring a Forklift Operator/Material Handler for our production facility in Caldwell, Idaho.

Who We Are: Now celebrating 80 years, KIT Custom HomeBuilders has built high-quality, affordable, customizable manufactured homes in Idaho. We are locally owned and dedicated to helping families build lifelong memories.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Competitive starting pay: $24.00/hr. + DOE
• $500 referral bonus (referral must stay employed at least 121days)
• Monetary/vacation awards for good attendance every 90 days
• Employee Benefits Offered: medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, accident, short-term disability, and voluntary life.
• Employer-paid benefits: long-term disability, EAP, and $10,000 basic life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Employee discounts (homes, materials, travel, electronics, gym memberships & more)
• Weekly Pay
• Supportive team culture with weekly mentorship for new hires
• Free lunch every other Friday (Memorial Day through Labor Day)
• Free doughnuts & apples every Monday
• Stable, long-standing company with consistent year-round work

• Competitive starting pay: $24.00/hr. + DOE
• $500 referral bonus (referral must stay employed at least 121days)
• Monetary/vacation awards for good attendance every 90 days
• Employee Benefits Offered: medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, accident, short-term disability, and voluntary life.
• Employer-paid benefits: long-term disability, EAP, and $10,000 basic life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Employee discounts (homes, materials, travel, electronics, gym memberships & more)
• Weekly Pay
• Supportive team culture with weekly mentorship for new hires
• Free lunch every other Friday (Memorial Day through Labor Day)
• Free doughnuts & apples every Monday
• Stable, long-standing company with consistent year-round work

Key Responsibilities:

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials in the production plant
• Check in received materials and deliver to designated areas
• Work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, safety-focused environment

Requirements:

• 1–5 years of experience in an outdoor receiving yard preferred
• Forklift certification preferred but not required
• Strong customer service and professional communication skills with shippers, drivers, and internal teams
• Ability to stand, walk for long periods, and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Able to work outdoors year-round in all weather
• Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and use good judgment
• Must always prioritize safety and follow all safety guidelines
• Valid driver’s license required
• Reliable attendance is essential; must be available for required hours, including some Saturdays, evenings, or overtime as needed

Hiring Timeline

We’re hiring immediately — applications are reviewed as received and interviews are scheduled promptly. Start Date: As soon as the right candidate is identified.

KIT Custom HomeBuilders is an Equal Employment Opportunity /affirmative Action Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

This is a non-management position