Receiving Associate

Western Pacific Building Materials Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Pacific Building Materials is seeking a Receiving Associate at our Dallas location. The role focuses on unloading deliveries, entering materials into shop management software, and maintaining organized inventory.

Candidates should be able to lift up to 75 lbs, operate a forklift, and maintain safety and cleanliness in a fast-paced warehouse environment. This entry-to-mid level position offers growth within a stable family-owned company with 35 years in business.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–2 years related warehouse experience.
• Basic math and organization skills.
• Ability to lift and carry 75 lbs or more.
• Detail-oriented mindset.
• Strong data entry and computer skills.
• Forklift certification and pallet jack experience.
• Ability to work on feet for long hours.
• Team player and willingness to help in other areas.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Understanding of safety protocols and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Unload product from delivery truck.
• Receive materials into shop management software.
• Monitor receiving requirements via shop management software.
• Maintain inventory in an organized manner and perform cycle counts.
• Operate forklift safely and efficiently; handle heavy loads.
• Sort through products to remove defective material.
• Maintain a clean work area free of debris.
• Assist in other areas as needed.

Skills

Basic math

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication

Data entry

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Shop management software

Forklift certification

Pallet jack operation

Job description

Receiving Associate

Western Pacific Building Materials

Western Pacific Building Materials has earned the trust of builders for 35 years by delivering on a simple promise: dependable, high-quality products shipped on time. Our reputation as the nation’s largest independent millwork distribution company serving new home construction is built on integrity, consistency, and strong leadership.

We are a family-owned business founded in 1991, with six manufacturing and distribution facilities across Colorado, Oregon, Texas, and Washington. Builders rely on us because we make their jobs easier—and that dependability starts in our manufacturing operations.

We are now hiring a Receiving Associate for our Dallas location.

Why This Role Matters

This position is more than an entry-level opportunity—it is a proven starting point for a long-term career at Western Pacific.

Many of our team members, including leaders in sales and management, began their careers in the warehouse and manufacturing roles. Through consistency, hard work, and a commitment to improvement, they built lasting careers with our company.

If you are looking for an opportunity to get your foot in the door with a stable, growing organization, this is a great place to start.

Requirements

The Opportunity

• Unload product from delivery truck
• Receive materials and components into shop management software
• Monitor receiving requirements via shop management software
• Maintain inventory in an organized manner and perform cycle counts per system requirements
• Operating a forklift safely and efficiently and being able to handle heavy and awkward loads
• Physically sorting through various products in order to remove defective material
• Maintains a clean work area, free from debris on warehouse floor
• Assists in other areas as needed

What you’ll bring:

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• 1 – 2 years related experience
• Basic math and organization skills
• Ability to lift and carry 75 lbs. or more
• Detail-oriented mindset
• Strong data entry and computer skills
• Forklift certification and experience with pallet jacks required
• Ability to work on feet for long hours
• Team Player and willingness to help in other areas
• Excellent communication skills
• Understanding of safety protocols and requirements

What You Can Expect

• Starting pay from $20 per hour
• A stable, 35-year-old family business with strong values
• Clear opportunities for career growth and advancement
• A culture grounded in integrity and continuous improvement
• The chance to be part of a fantastic team that takes pride in excellent work

This is a hands-on role in a warehouse environment requiring standing, lifting (up to 75 lbs), and working around machinery, noise, and varying temperatures. Safety equipment is provided and required.

A Proven Path Forward

At Western Pacific, many employees who start in this role go on to build successful careers in operations, sales, and leadership. If you are reliable, motivated, and ready to grow, this opportunity can be the first step in a long and rewarding career.

Join a company with a strong track record—and a team that values hard work, growth, and doing things the right way.