Warehouse Associate

Safe-Way Garage Doors; Nixa (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable employment

Team environment

Growth opportunities

Safety-focused workplace

North America product reach

Job summary

Safe-Way Door in Nixa, Missouri is seeking a Warehouse Associate to help keep our distribution center running smoothly. You will unload shipments, organize materials, and prepare orders for customers.

This role emphasizes hands-on work, accuracy, and safety. If you take pride in quality, work well both independently and with a team, and want a stable full-time career, apply today.

Qualifications

• Able to safely operate warehouse equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, carts).
• Able to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds regularly.
• HS Diploma or GED preferred; forklift certification helpful.
• Previous warehouse or distribution experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Unload and organize materials received from manufacturing.
• Load doors, hardware, springs, and related items onto customer vehicles.
• Perform daily cycle counts and assist with inventory accuracy.
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and support team colleagues.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Punctuality

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Nixa, Missouri

Build More Than Products—Build a Career.

At Safe‑Way Door, we’re more than one of America’s leading garage door manufacturers—we’re a team that takes pride in quality, hard work, and supporting one another. Every day, our distribution team helps ensure customers receive the right products on time and in perfect condition.

If you’re someone who enjoys staying active, working with your hands, and being part of a fast‑paced team, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

As a Warehouse Associate, you’ll play a key role in keeping our distribution center running efficiently. From unloading incoming shipments to preparing customer orders, your work helps keep our operation moving.

Your Responsibilities Include

Unload & Organize

• Receive and organize materials transferred from our manufacturing facility
• Safely unload shipments using forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, and other warehouse equipment

Prepare Customer Orders

• Load garage doors, track, hardware, springs, and openers onto customer vehicles and trailers
• Verify quantities and inspect shipments for damage before loading

Inventory & Accuracy

• Perform daily cycle counts and assist with annual inventory
• Separate warehouse stock from customer‑specific job materials
• Complete paperwork accurately to ensure orders are staged correctly

Operate Warehouse Equipment

• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hand tools, and other warehouse equipment
• Follow all warehouse safety procedures and best practices

Keep the Warehouse Running Smoothly

• Maintain a clean, organized work area
• Support teammates and contribute to a positive, safety‑first culture

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for dependable team players who:

• Enjoy physical, hands‑on work
• Take pride in accuracy and quality
• Work well independently and as part of a team
• Have a strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Show up on time and ready to work every day
• Value safety and organization

Qualifications

Required

• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, and related material handling equipment
• Ability to frequently lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds

Preferred

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous warehouse or distribution experience
• Forklift certification (or willingness to obtain one)

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Frequent lifting, bending, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and carrying
• Regular lifting of materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Working safely around forklifts and moving equipment

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Stable, full‑time employment
• Team‑oriented work environment
• Opportunities to learn new skills and grow your career
• Safety‑focused workplace
• Be part of a company that builds products trusted across North America

Who Thrives Here?

This position is perfect for someone who enjoys staying busy, solving problems, working with their hands, and seeing the results of their hard work every day.

Whether you already have warehouse experience or are looking for an opportunity to build a long‑term career, we’ll provide the support you need to succeed.

Join the Safe‑Way Door Team

Every product that leaves our warehouse represents our commitment to quality—and that starts with great people.

If you’re dependable, hardworking, and ready to be part of a winning team, and help us keep America moving, one door at a time.

Equal Opportunity

Safe‑Way Door is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We believe our strength comes from the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our employees. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.