Receiving Department | Full-Time, Permanent Year-Round Opportunities | 2nd & 3rd Shifts

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

KEEP OPERATIONS MOVING. RECEIVE THE MATERIALS THAT HELP US BUILD SOMETHING THAT LASTS.

We believe candidates should have a clear picture of the job before deciding whether it is right for them. This is a full-time, hands-on Receiving role that supports our Production, Shipping, and warehouse teams. You will help receive, unload, organize, and move materials so our operations can continue safely and efficiently.

Success begins with a great attitude, dependable attendance, a willingness to learn, and pride in doing safe, accurate, quality work.

At POLYWOOD®, our teams transform recycled plastics into durable outdoor furniture made in America. We are looking for people who want more than their next job. We are looking for people who want to develop skills, contribute to a team, and help keep our operations moving.

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Pay and Schedule

• 2nd shift: 3:00pm-11:00pm, starting at $17.00/h, plus an 8% shift premium 
• 3rd shift: 11:00pm-7:00am, starting at $17.00/h, plus an 8% shift premium  
• Full-time, hourly position
• Paid weekly. Every Thursday!

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Our Three-Step Hiring Process

Step 1: Complete Your Application

Submit your application and answer all required questions.

Step 2: Attend the On-Site Final Hiring Step

Our hiring team will review your application. Selected applicants will be invited to attend an on-site session.

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One Role Supporting Multiple Teams

This Receiving position helps POLYWOOD® receive and move the materials needed to build and ship quality furniture. You will support material flow across Production, Shipping, and warehouse operations. You must be willing and able to work safely around equipment, materials, and changing business needs.

What You Can Learn

Depending on your assignment, you may build experience in:

• Receiving and unloading inbound materials
• Forklift and spotter truck operation
• Material handling and skid management
• Inventory movement and staging
• Work-in-process and finished-goods organization
• Basic inventory tools, scanners, and checklists
• Warehouse and Production support
• Workplace safety and equipment inspections
• Team-based problem-solving
• Continuous improvement

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What You’ll Do

Your responsibilities may include:

• Operate forklifts and spotter trucks to move materials safely and efficiently
• Unload inbound trucks and stage materials for Production
• Manage work-in-process skids, finished goods, and skid stock
• Organize and maintain the skid yard to support a clear and accurate flow of materials
• Empty hoppers and support departments with timely skid movements
• Complete daily forklift safety inspections and promptly report concerns
• Communicate shift handoffs clearly between 1st and 3rd shift teams
• Use scanners, checklists, or basic inventory tools as needed
• Identify and report safety, quality, material, equipment, or inventory concerns
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas
• Work with teammates and leaders to meet daily Receiving, Production, and Shipping goals

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What We’re Looking For

Our strongest Receiving team members have:

• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• A safety-first mindset
• Pride in accuracy and organization
• Strong attention to detail
• The ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Comfort operating equipment and willingness to obtain forklift certification
• The ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• A team-focused attitude
• The ability to learn from feedback and adapt to changing needs
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic

Previous warehouse, material handling, receiving, Production, Shipping, logistics, forklift, or heavy equipment experience is helpful, but it is not required. Forklift certification is a plus.

We will also consider candidates whose other hands-on experience has prepared them to work safely, accurately, and as part of a team.

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Work Environment

Receiving work is active and can be physically demanding. Depending on the assignment, you may:

• Stand or walk for most or all of the shift
• Stay actively moving throughout the shift
• Repeatedly lift, move, and position items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Perform repetitive hand, arm, or body movements
• Bend, reach, push, pull, lift, and carry materials
• Work around forklifts, spotter trucks, machinery, Production equipment, and noise
• Wear required personal protective equipment
• Work at a steady pace while maintaining safety, organization, and accuracy

You must be able to perform the essential functions of the assigned position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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Benefits

Eligible full-time, non-exempt employees may have access to:

• Medical and HSA plan options
• Dental and vision coverage
• Life and disability benefits
• Accident, illness, and supplemental health coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness and well-being benefits
• Paid time off and scheduled paid holidays
• Gym membership benefits through BULLPEN, ROX FITNESS, & FIT CLUB

Full-time, non-exempt employees who have completed 60 days of continuous employment and are regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week may be eligible to participate in voluntary benefit plans. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 60 days of eligible full-time employment.

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Why POLYWOOD®?

Your work directly supports the flow of materials needed to build and deliver the furniture our customers enjoy. You can build equipment-handling skills, earn certifications, and grow while working with teammates who value safety, accuracy, communication, and collaboration.

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Apply today to explore a hands-on career with POLYWOOD®.

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POLYWOOD® is an equal opportunity employer. POLYWOOD® evaluates qualified applicants without regard to characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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As part of our commitment in creating a fair, efficient, and consistent hiring process we may use artificial intelligence (AI) to help our recruiting teams organize, summarize, and analyze information provided by candidates, including resumes, application responses, and other materials submitted during the application process.AI may be used to identify patterns, highlight relevant skills, and experience, and assist in comparing a candidate’s qualifications with the requirement of a specific role. These tools are to improve efficiency and consistency while supporting more informed hiring decisions, which will ultimately be made by the hiring team.