Forklift Operator chez Metrie

Who We Are 
Metrie Purpose: We Help People Transform Houses Into Homes 
North America’s largest manufacturer and distributor of interior millwork producing and selling interior finishings. We have been steadily growing our footprint and industry leadership for nearly 100 years. Established in 1926, still owned by the founding family, we continue to have the same focus on product excellence and a superior customer experience. We help people transform houses into homes. You’ve probably seen our products in the media featured on tv shows and magazines such as HGTV, Style At Home and House & Home, or by one of our Instagram influencers. 

Metrie is an exceptional place to work. For everyone. As a team member at Metrie, you will be part of serving our communities as a supplier of home improvement and construction products. Our front-line workers are the foundation to our company's success. They work actively, safely, and independently to maintain the efficient flow of products through our manufacturing and distribution process, while ensuring quality standards. Watch this video to see why our employees feel like they truly belong here: (1603) Feels like a Family - YouTube  

Shift: Monday-Friday (6:30am-3pm)

Hourly Rate: Starting at $24/hr

What You Will Do:
As a Forklift Operator, you will play a key role in the movement and management of materials across our facility. You’ll be responsible for receiving and unloading inbound shipments, loading outbound trucks—including curtain side trailers, flatbeds, and containers—and ensuring inventory is accurately tracked and organized. Operating a sit-down propane forklift (10,000–12,000 lb capacity), you’ll help maintain the flow of goods throughout the warehouse. Experience with SAP is preferred, as you'll be working closely with inventory management systems to ensure data accuracy and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate sit-down propane forklifts to move heavy loads and pallets.
• Load and unload various types of transport vehicles including curtain side trailers, flatbeds, and containers.
• Receive, stage, and organize incoming materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using SAP (preferred) or other systems.
• Support warehouse operations through effective inventory management and material flow.
• Follow all safety protocols and contribute to a clean, organized work environment.

Who You Are
We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• Proven ability to expertly operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Experience with curtain side trailers, flatbeds, and container loading/unloading.
• Familiarity with SAP or similar inventory management systems.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and occupational health standards.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A collaborative spirit and enjoy working in a team-oriented environment.

Why You'll Love Metrie 
Many of our jobs come with great benefits – including healthcare, other employee benefits, culture, ways to save for the future, and opportunities for career advancement – all in a safe and inclusive environment. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location, and can include the following:

• A collaborative work environment with a clear strategy and goals
• Comprehensive benefits package – medical, dental, vision care and life insurance-Benefits starts first of the month following hire date.
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan – Up to 4% match, 100% vested after 6 months.
• PTO are earned and based upon accrued hours worked.
• Referral Program ($1,000 reward if you refer someone that gets hired and stays for several months)
• Challenging and meaningful work, and the chance to participate on cross-functional teams across the company.
• Development opportunities – we recognize potential in our people and strive to offer various opportunities for advancement, training, and personal growth.
• Family-oriented culture, focused on putting our people first 

What It's Like At Metrie 

• Safety. Your safety is important to us. We want you to leave the day, the same way you came in. Continuous training with all warehouse personnel for both Safety and Operational excellence. Measure critical safety metrics on a monthly basis, identify potential issues and take appropriate actions. 
• Surroundings. You’ll be working around moving machines – order pickers, forklifts, and mobile carts.   
• Activity. Some activities may require operating machinery, constant walking, repetitive lifting, and using a handheld scanner.  
• Temperature. Warehouse in a non-climate-controlled environment.  
• Noise level. Can get noisy at times. We provide hearing protection if you need it.  
• Dress code. Relaxed, with a few requirements regarding PPE. Metrie provides safety shoes, high visibility shirts or vests, eye protection and gloves. 

How to Apply?

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Metrie embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and customers belong. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources team at [email protected]. 

Metrie conducts pre-employment screening including but not limited to background checks and drug testing for all final candidates. All applications will be independently reviewed.

We are an E-Verify employer.