Warehouse Forklift Operator - Urgently Hiring

About the role

Parksite and Atlantic plywood, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking motivated and detail-oriented Warehouse Associates to join our growing distribution operations. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to build a career in the wholesale building materials industry.

Responsibilities

• Use voice-picking technology to accurately pick, pack, and prepare customer orders
• Assemble and verify orders for accuracy and quality before shipment
• Load outbound shipments and process orders using the Infor/CSD/WMS platform
• Unload and inspect inbound merchandise for accuracy and quality
• Check in products against purchase orders and apply SKU labels
• Move, sort, and store materials in designated locations for efficient retrieval
• Safely operate sit-down forklifts, reach trucks, and cherry pickers after successful completion of company-provided training and OSHA-required certification
• Transport, stack, and store pallets following all safety guidelines
• Afford inventory management assistance, including physical inventory and scheduled cycle counts
• Identify and report inventory discrepancies
• Maintain organized storage areas to support operational efficiency
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Wear required PPE including steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and gloves
• Follow all safety policies and report hazards or equipment issues immediately
• Work safely in indoor/outdoor environments, including hot and cold conditions
• Follow company policies and supervisor instructions
• Collaborate with team members to meet productivity goals
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• Maintain a positive, customer-focused attitude

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred. Minimum 3 months of warehouse experience or equivalent training/education. Training provided for candidates new to warehousing. Basic English reading and writing skills sufficient to understand safety instructions, labels, and operating procedures. Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division). Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Dependable, punctual, and safety-focused. Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 90 lbs. Comfortable working in indoor/outdoor environments, including hot and cold conditions. Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and machinery. Ability to pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check. Authorization to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation experience (sit-down, cherry picker, reach truck)
• Voice-picking system experience
• Lumber or building product industry experience
• Receiving and shipping experience
• Inventory control experience
• WMS (Warehouse Management System) familiarity
• Previous experience in a distribution or warehouse environment

Skills & Abilities

• Basic English reading and writing skills sufficient to understand safety instructions, labels, and operating procedures.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable, punctual, and safety-focused.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package including 401(k) Program to secure your financial future, Company-Paid Life Insurance, Health, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Insurance Plans, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO), Bonus Incentives for employee referrals, Professional Development, Comprehensive forklift training and certification, Training on state-of-the-art voice-picking systems, Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience with Infor/CSD platforms, Safety training and OSHA compliance education.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position. Day shift schedule (typical warehouse hours). Flexibility to work overtime during peak periods as needed.

About Our Companies

Parksite Parksite is a premier sales, marketing, and distribution company serving the building industry with a focus on both interior and exterior products. We supply top fabricators and building material dealers with category-leading products for residential, commercial, and remodeling markets. Our unique marketplace niche is education. We identify products with distinctive applications and educate architects, builders, and designers on their value. This approach has made us an industry leader with each product line we represent. We combine marketing expertise and industry knowledge to create demand for our supplier business partners. We help build brands.

Arcadis Atlantic Plywood Corporation (APC) Since 1974, Atlantic Plywood Corporation has delivered the highest quality and best value to our customers. This philosophy has helped us grow into a regional industry leader, distributing a wide range of quality hardwood plywood and panel products throughout the Eastern United States. Our many satisfied customers know that Atlantic Plywood offers not only dependable products and services but also a convenient, cost-effective partnership that helps their business grow.

Career Growth Opportunities

• Lead Warehouse Associate - mentor new team members and coordinate daily operations
• Inventory Control Specialist - focus on accuracy and efficiency improvements
• Warehouse Supervisor - manage teams and operations
• Shipping/Receiving Coordinator - oversee logistics and transportation
• Forklift Trainer - become certified to train other operators
• Logistics & Operations Management - advance into leadership roles
• CDL License - Potential to earn CDL License through company-sponsored training for qualified employees.

How To Apply

If you're ready to join a dynamic team in the wholesale building materials industry, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with growth potential. Qualifications are a guide, not a checklist. If you think you can make an impact here, we want to hear your story. All warehouse positions require adherence to safety protocols, OSHA regulations, and company procedures. Associates must be able to work in varying environmental conditions and operate equipment safely. Monday - Friday 8:00AM - Until the work is finished.