Warehouse Laborer

Warehouse Laborer

Allweather Wood Company (AWW) is seeking warehouse laborers to join our team based in Calpella, CA! This is a non-exempt position, the hourly rate for this position is $24.87 and includes benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401K matching, and company paid life insurance.

Allweather Wood is the largest producer and distributor of waterborne preservative treated wood products in the western USA. Operating six wood preserving plants in California, Colorado, Oregon, Utah, and Washington, these state-of-the-art facilities enable year-round production of a variety of preservative systems, fire retardants, and wood species, including Douglas-fir, Hem fir, and Southern Yellow Pine. With support from two full-service distribution centers in California, Allweather Wood partners with home improvement retailers, lumberyards, and building material dealers to bring a full range of preservative and fire-retardant lumber and plywood products to market.

Responsibilities

The warehouse laborer supports warehouse and distribution operations by maintaining consistent inventory flow in shipping and receiving. This position cross-trains to perform relief assignments as needed and becomes certified to safely operate material-handling equipment, including forklifts. The warehouse laborer also assists with general manufacturing and distribution tasks to support safe, efficient, and productive operations.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Maintain consistent inventory flow in shipping and receiving operations in a safe and productive manner
• Assist in preparing lumber orders for customers efficiently and safely
• Perform a wide variety of assigned duties with a high level of accuracy and proficiency
• Tag, wrap, placard, barcode, and label lumber units accurately
• Repackage and band units as needed
• Set stickers and pull special orders according to specifications
• Perform as a relief operator for other positions as needed
• Conduct light maintenance and basic upkeep of equipment
• Complete scheduled equipment inspections
• Verify unit tags for accuracy and compliance
• Keep equipment and work areas clean, organized, and safe
• Operate machinery and tools including chop saws, mowers, nail guns, and related equipment
• Perform quality and accuracy checks on machine setups and production processes
• Assist in preparing products for inventory stock by operating a forklift
• Support special projects and complete specific tasks as assigned by management

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift operator's license through company-provided training
• Prior experience in distribution, manufacturing, or building materials handling environment preferred
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn and adapt to new technology and software as needed
• Ability to read, understand, and follow work-related documents, including safety rules, operating instructions, procedures, and equipment-related instructions
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Ability to apply practical judgment and common-sense understanding to routine work situations
• Willingness to work weekends and alternate shifts depending on business and market conditions
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred, but not required

Physical demands:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while supporting warehouse operations, inventory activities, stock rotation, product handling, and material movement
• Frequent use of hands, wrists, and arms to operate equipment, handheld scanning devices, and warehouse tools
• Occasional operation of a forklift as needed, including the ability to safely enter, exit, and operate equipment controls
• The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl when inspecting the forklift or when performing other warehouse operations
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds of wood/lumber with or without assistance
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Work environment:

• Work is performed in a warehouse and/or outdoor yard setting where lumber and building materials are stored, moved, and distributed
• Employees are frequently exposed to dust, wood particles, treating chemicals in some locations, and moderate noise levels from machinery and forklifts
• The role involves working around moving equipment, elevated loads, and other industrial hazards, requiring strict adherence to safety protocols
• Surfaces may include concrete floors, uneven terrain, or outdoor gravel areas, which can be wet or slippery at times
• The position may require working in tight spaces and around high shelving areas
• The employee is also exposed to a variety of weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow, when working in or around outdoor areas of the facility
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud, requiring the consistent use of hearing protection in designated areas
• The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as mandated by company policy and OSHA standards, which may include: safety glasses or face shields, hearing protection, safety gloves, safety footwear, hard hats, and respiratory protection if necessary

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on any, or a combination of, the following characteristics: race (including hair texture and styles), color, caste, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic conditions), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran or military status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other characteristic protected by state or federal anti-discrimination law covering employment.