Warehouse Forklift Associate (1st Shift)

Signature Retail Services, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Vacation and sick time

Mobile phone allowance

Employee Profit Sharing Program

Job summary

Signature Retail Services, Inc. is hiring a Warehouse Forklift Associate for a full-time, 1st shift position. The role involves operating a sit-down forklift, inspecting lumber shipments, and ensuring safe handling of materials in both the warehouse and yard.

The position requires 5+ years forklift experience (or willingness to certify), valid license and insurance, and the ability to lift 50+ lbs. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with bi-weekly pay.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience operating a forklift and order picker, or willingness to obtain certification.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Comfortable in fast-paced warehouse environments.
• Able to lift up to 50+ lbs.
• Dependable attendance for 3:00 PM–11:00 PM shift.

Responsibilities

• Safely unload and receive inbound shipments using forklift or manual methods.
• Inspect lumber shipments to meet quality standards and document findings.
• Prepare and submit daily activity and quality inspection reports.
• Paletize, stage, and manage inventory using forklift or cherry picker.
• Communicate with warehouse staff and management to ensure smooth workflow.
• Perform minor repairs on packaging to maintain quality.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Quality inspection

Reporting

Safety compliance

Tools

Sit-down forklift

Cherry picker

Job description

Warehouse Forklift Associate – 1st Shift

Pay Range: $21.00-$23.00/hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Position: Full-Time, Variable hour
Pay Schedule: Bi-weekly

Join Signature Retail Services as a Warehouse Forklift Associate and put your forklift, warehouse, and quality inspection experience to work with the SRS team! This full-time position offers a Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM schedule, competitive pay, and the opportunity to work independently while supporting daily warehouse operations.

In this role, you'll work with the SRS and facility teams to operate a forklift, inspect lumber shipments, load and unload products, manage inventory and reporting to prepare materials for delivery. You'll work both inside the warehouse and in the outside lumber yard, while helping ensure products are handled safely, accurately, and efficiently. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, experienced with forklift operation, and enjoy staying active throughout your shift, we'd like to hear from you!

What We Offer

• $21-$23/hour, based on experience
• Full-time, Monday- Friday schedule
• 401(k), Vacation and sick time
• Mobile phone allowance
• Employee Profit Sharing Program

Position Responsibilities

• Safely unload and receive inbound shipments of lumber products and building materials using a sit-down forklift or manual methods.
• Conduct thorough inspections to ensure all products meet quality standards, documenting findings and addressing any discrepancies before preparing items for outbound shipment to local stores.
• Prepare and submit detailed daily reports summarizing activities, quality inspection results, and any relevant observations.
• Safely palletize, stage, and manage inventory by performing up-stocking and down-stocking tasks utilizing a forklift or cherry picker.
• Operate independently while maintaining effective communication with warehouse associates and management to ensure smooth workflow.
• Perform minor repairs on product packaging to maintain presentation and quality standards.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be 21+ years of age or older and authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and have a reliable personal vehicle.
• 5+ years experience operating a forklift and order picker, or the willingness to obtain certification.
• A Smartphone with internet access and the ability for communication and reporting purposes.
• Possess basic tools and equipment necessary to perform job duties, including work gloves, a tape measure, box cutter, and standard hand tools.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced indoor/outdoor warehouse environments.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong communication with the facility and SRS teams.
• Dependable attendance to consistently work the scheduled 3:00 PM-11:00 PM, Monday-Friday shift.
• This is a physically active role that involves standing, walking, bending, lifting, climbing ladders, and remaining active throughout overnight shifts
• Perform regular lifting, moving, and handling of lumber products, equipment, or materials weighing up to 50+ lbs.

About Signature Retail Services

Signature Retail Services provides merchandising, construction, and fixture installation solutions for leading home improvement organizations, such as The Home Depot, Lowe's, Ace Hardware. We take pride in delivering exceptional service while creating opportunities for our associates to grow and succeed.

Signature Retail Services participates in E-Verify. Upon employment, you will be required to provide documentation for Form I-9 to verify your authorization to work in the United States.

Employment with Signature Retail Services is contingent upon the successful completion of all pre-employment requirements, which may include, but are not limited to, a background check, motor vehicle record (MVR) review, verification of employment eligibility, and any other screenings required for the position.

By continuing through the hiring process, candidates acknowledge that completion of these screenings is a condition of employment. Failure to complete required screenings, provide requested information, consent to the screening process, or successfully meet company standards may result in the withdrawal of an employment offer or termination of employment, where permitted by law. The specific screenings required may vary based on the position, client requirements, state and local laws, and business needs.

Signature Retail Services participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in accordance with federal law and program requirements.

Signature Retail Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. We welcome and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.