Order Selector

Ben E. Keith Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Wellness & Education assistance

Job summary

Ben E. Keith Company in Houston is seeking an Order Selector to fulfill warehouse orders and load trucks. You will operate a forklift or electric pallet jack, palletize orders, and ensure accurate staging for delivery.

The role requires good English communication, the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, and a safety-minded approach. Prior forklift experience preferred and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklift/pallet jack or similar equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good written and spoken English communication.
• Willingness to follow safety policies and procedures.
• Able to read and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill customer orders using a forklift or pallet jack
• Palletize customer orders and stage for loading
• Load orders onto delivery trucks
• Maintain clean and organized work area
• Monitor equipment for safety and report hazards
• Participate in meetings as required
• Prior forklift experience preferred
• Coordinate multiple tasks and priorities
• Communicate effectively with team members

Skills

Forklift operation

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

English literacy

Safety minded

Physical stamina

Job description

At Ben E. Keith Company, our legacy is strong—and our future is even stronger.

For more than a century, we’ve been leaders in fine food and premium beverage distribution, known for delivering excellence and building lasting partnerships. Today, our Food Division spans multiple states, and our Beverage Division brings top beverage brands to communities across Texas.

But what truly sets us apart is our commitment to people. We invest in our employees, empower growth, and create opportunities to make an impact—because when our people succeed, so do our customers and our business. Since 1906, that’s been our promise.

The Order Selector fulfills customers' orders in a warehouse by operating a forklift or an electric pallet jack. The position is responsible for picking product, palletizing customer orders, and finally staging and loading the orders onto a truck for delivery.

• Fulfill customer orders using a forklift or pallet jack
• Project a friendly, professional image at all times
• Prioritize multiple, competing priorities
• Ensure company equipment is in safe, working condition; reports any incidents or unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor
• Operate all company equipment safely and in a manner consistent with company policy
• Ensure work area is organized, clean, and free of trash
• Attend meetings as required
• Prior forklift experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Able to coordinate multiple activities and follow through with commitments
• Good oral and written communication skills and participate well in a team environment
• Must be highly motivated and results oriented, with a strong attention to detail
• Must be organized with the ability to handle multiple priorities
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
• Must be able to read and write English
• Ability to move products weighing up to 165 lbs., stoop, kneel, crouch, talk and hear
• Must be 18 yrs. or older to apply

We offer employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in collaborative, results-driven environments supported by competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match + 100% Company-Paid Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Wellness, EAP & Educational Assistance

At Ben E. Keith, we value a diverse and inclusive workforce where different perspectives drive better decisions and innovation. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiliated Action employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, considering all qualified applicants, including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.