Receiving & Warehouse Specialist

The Big Tool Box Inc; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Big Tool Box Inc is seeking a Receiving & Warehouse Specialist in Centennial, CO. This full-time role involves unloading trucks, receiving product, operating a sit-down propane forklift, and maintaining accurate records to ensure on-shelf availability and accurate online orders.

You will handle BOPUIS orders, perform 5S backroom organization, and participate in safety and accuracy initiatives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• 1+ years warehouse/receiving experience; forklift and RF scanner experience strongly preferred.
• Accuracy-focused—counts every piece and never signs a BOL unless perfect.
• Proficient with Ace Vision receiving, RF scanners, BOPUIS module, and basic paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Unload trucks and receive product, verify against BOL/ASN, and count items.
• Operate forklift to move, stack 3–4 high, and perform safety checks.
• Process BOPUIS orders and stage within 15 minutes of notification.
• Complete receiving paperwork: sign BOLs after 100% verification and file packing slips.
• Maintain 5S backroom standards: labeled locations and organized stock.
• Stage and segregate damaged, hazardous, or recyclable items as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanner

BOPUIS

Attention to detail

Inventory control

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Ace Vision receiving

BOPUIS module

Pallet jack

Sit-down propane forklift

Job description

# Receiving & Warehouse SpecialistCentennial, CO 80122## OverviewSalary Range$18.00 - $24.00 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeEducation LevelHigh SchoolCategoryRetail## DescriptionReceiving SpecialistSince 1978, Big Tool Box has been the family-owned hardware haven where “all the expertise is under one roof,” putting customer service at the heart of everything it does. Spanning five powerhouse categories—Ace Hardware and Tools for every nut, bolt, and power tool imaginable; the Rental & Repair Center to keep projects moving without breaking the bank; the Highlands Garden Center bursting with plants, soil, and green-thumb guidance; the Lawn & Sprinkler Center for flawless outdoor irrigation and landscape solutions; and the Grillin and Chillin Center stocked with premium BBQ grills and all the accessories for perfect backyard cookouts—Big Tool Box remains the go-to destination for contractors, gardeners, grill masters, and DIYers alike.Job Summary* Serve as a key player in the Receiving and Warehouse team by accurately receiving product, operating forklifts, cleaning and staging freight, maintaining backroom organization, processing BOPUIS (Buy Online Pick-Up In Store) orders, executing the Sort & Segregate program, and completing all receiving paperwork and physical receiving tasks.* Ensure every pallet is unloaded, counted, sorted, and put away perfectly so the sales floor never runs out and online customers get exactly what they ordered.* Full-time early-morning role with forklift certification, RF scanner, and heavy emphasis on speed, accuracy, and cleanliness.Key Responsibilities* Physical Receiving & Forklift Work + Unload trucks (Ace warehouse, UPS, FedEx, LTL, vendor-direct) using sit-down propane forklift, pallet jack, or by hand. + Physically count every piece on high-value and random pallets; verify against BOL and ASN. + Operate forklift to move, stack 3–4 high, and down-stack pallets safely; perform daily safety checks and battery swaps.* Receiving Product & Paperwork + Scan and receive product: piece-by-piece or pallet scan, note shorts/damages, take photos, quarantine issues. + Complete receiving paperwork: sign BOLs only after 100% verification, file packing slips, log temperature-controlled items. + Flag OS&D immediately and stage for supervisor audit.* Staging & Backroom Organization + Stage freight by department in clearly marked zones; condense partial pallets and eliminate clutter daily. + Maintain 5S backroom standards: swept floors, labeled locations, no loose cardboard, everything in its velocity slot. + Pull and stage BOPUIS orders within 15 minutes of notification; double-check SKU, quantity, and condition.* BOPUIS (Buy Online Pick-Up In Store) + Locate, pick, and stage BOPUIS holds accurately; label with customer name paperwork + Return expired or cancelled BOPUIS items to stock. + Keep BOPUIS area secure, organized, and audit-ready.* Sort & Segregate Program + Separate salvage, recyclable, hazardous waste, e-waste, and return-to-vendor items from regular freight. + Correctly stage damaged/defective merchandise, cardboard, shrink wrap, and batteries in designated bins.* Cleaning & Safety + Sweep dock and aisles after every truck; break down boxes, remove shrink wrap, keep dock doors clear. + Clean up spills (oil, potting soil, paint) immediately with spill kits. + Wear PPE (steel toes, gloves, high-vis); spot forklift operators and follow all dock safety rules.Required Qualifications and Skills* Education + High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.* Experience + 1+ years warehouse/receiving experience; forklift and RF scanner experience strongly preferred.* Skills & Abilities + Accuracy fanatic—counts every piece like it’s cash and never signs a BOL unless it’s perfect. + Proficient with Ace Vision receiving, RF scanners, BOPUIS module, and basic paperwork. + Safe, confident forklift operator (sit-down propane, reach truck experience a plus). + Strong organizer who keeps the backroom looking like a showroom.* Physical Requirements + Lift/carry up to 50 lbs repeatedly (cases of paint, 80-lb bags of concrete, grills). + Stand/walk full shift on concrete; bend, twist, reach overhead; operate forklift 4–6 hours daily. + Early-morning availability and occasional weekends. + 18 years of age or older* Other + Current or ability to earn forklift certification within 30 days. + Team player who thrives in a fast, physical environment and takes pride in “no shorts, no mess.” + Commitment to sustainability through perfect Sort & Segregate execution.## QualificationsRequired Qualifications and Skills* Education + High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.* Experience + 1+ years warehouse/receiving experience; forklift and RF scanner experience strongly preferred.* Skills & Abilities + Accuracy fanatic—counts every piece like it’s cash and never signs a BOL unless it’s perfect. + Proficient with Ace Vision receiving, RF scanners, BOPUIS module, and basic paperwork. + Safe, confident forklift operator (sit-down propane, reach truck experience a plus). + Strong organizer who keeps the backroom looking like a showroom.* Physical Requirements + Lift/carry up to 50 lbs repeatedly (cases of paint, 80-lb bags of concrete, grills). + Stand/walk full shift on concrete; bend, twist, reach overhead; operate forklift 4–6 hours daily. + Early-morning availability and occasional weekends. + 18 years of age or older* Other + Current or ability to earn forklift certification within 30 days. + Team player who thrives in a fast, physical environment and takes pride in “no shorts, no mess.” + Commitment to sustainability through perfect Sort & Segregate execution.