Forklift Operator/Warehouse Worker

Woodgrain; Houston (TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Woodgrain, a leading manufacturer in the millwork industry, is seeking a Forklift Operator/Warehouse Worker in Houston, TX. This full-time position involves safely operating forklifts to ensure efficient shipping and receiving, offering competitive compensation and great benefits including health insurance and 401k. If you are looking for a stable career in a supportive environment, consider joining Woodgrain!

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with a Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

8 Company Paid Holidays & 1 Floating Holiday

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of related experience or on-the-job training.
• Must complete internal certification process.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently according to company guidelines.
• Inspect and record maintenance on vehicles at the start and end of shifts.
• Oversee the organization and inventory of the shipping warehouse.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Inventory Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Job Title: Forklift Operator/Warehouse Worker

Posting Start Date: 5/21/25

Division: Distribution

Posting Area: Operations + Manufacturing

Job Location: Houston, TX

Looking for stability? Join Woodgrain!We’re growing fast and offeringlifetime careersin a supportive work environment.

About Woodgrain:

Woodgrain is one of the top millwork operations in the world, with locations throughout the United States and Chile. With 70 years of quality manufacturing craftsmanship and service, Woodgrain is a top producer of mouldings, doors, and windows, as well as a premier distributor of specialty building products. Woodgrain Inc. is headquartered in Fruitland, Idaho with six divisions and over 45 manufacturing and warehouse facilities in the United States and South America. Since 1954, Woodgrain is proud to be family owned and operated.

Full Time Position
Monday - Friday
Salary: $19.00

Summary: The shipping and receiving driver is responsible for operating a forklift vehicle for the purpose of loading material onto trucks for shipment and unloading material and other supplies. Typical unit length is 16’. The forklift operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and the organization of the shipping warehouse.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Operates forklift in a safe and efficient manner according to company guidelines.
• Inspects and records maintenance on vehicle at the beginning and end of shift.
• Uses forklift to move material from warehouse staging location to the trailer for loading.
• Utilizes proper loading techniques to ensure the material is safe, stable, and secure on the trailer.
• Checks trailer for accurate shipment and bill of lading
• Oversees the organization and inventory of the shipping warehouse.
• Complies with company standard operating procedures, safety policies, and OSHA standards.

Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma or GED; and 6 months to 1 year related experience or on-the-job training
• Must be able to complete an internal certification process.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables. Chooses from workable alternatives.

Woodgrain offers

• Competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, and life insurance, 401k, vacation, and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Visit www.woodgrain.com to learn more about our organization.

Summary of Company Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with a Company Match
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D
• Employer Paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Hospital and Accident Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 8 Company Paid Holidays & 1 Floating Holiday
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Woodgrain is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Woodgrain is a drug, alcohol, and tobacco-free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon pre-employment background and drug screening, and some positions require a fitness for duty test.