Exterior Forklift Operator

Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey – building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.

Position Summary

The Material Handler supports the efficient flow of materials throughout the manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for receiving, storing, staging, and delivering raw materials, components, and finished products to ensure production lines operate safely and without interruption.

Key Responsibilities

• Material Movement & Staging
  • Load, unload, and transport lumber, hardware, panels, and other door components to designated production areas.
  • Ensure materials are accurately staged for daily manufacturing schedules.
  • Move finished doors to storage or shipping areas using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material-handling equipment.
• Inventory Management
  • Maintain accurate counts of incoming and outgoing materials.
  • Report low stock, damaged goods, or discrepancies to supervisors.
  • Assist with cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Logistics & Documentation
  • Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against purchase orders.
  • Complete required documentation for material transfers and inventory updates.
  • Use warehouse management or ERP systems to track material movement (if applicable).
• Safety & Equipment
  • Operate forklifts and other equipment safely and in compliance with company and OSHA guidelines.
  • Perform basic equipment inspections before use and report maintenance needs.
  • Maintain clean, organized work areas to prevent hazards.
• Production Support
  • Work closely with production teams to ensure materials are delivered accurately and on time.
  • Assist with loading trucks for outbound shipments as needed.
  • Support continuous improvement activities in material flow and warehouse organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous warehouse or manufacturing experience preferred; experience in wood products or door manufacturing a plus.
• Ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment (certification preferred or will be provided).
• Basic computer skills for inventory or ERP systems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment

• Indoor manufacturing and warehouse setting.
• Frequent standing, walking, lifting, and handling of materials.
• Exposure to noise, wood dust, and machinery (PPE provided and required).

Why Clayton?

Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.

As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.

At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.

Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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