Warehouse Associate
About Royal Manufacturing
Royal Manufacturing is a Houston-based manufacturer known for building durable, high-quality products and standing behind the people who build them. We invest in safe facilities, dependable equipment, and a culture where hard work is noticed and rewarded. As we grow, we're looking for hands-on, reliable team members who want a stable production job with real opportunities to advance.
The Role
The Warehouse Associate is responsible for receiving, storing, moving, picking, staging, and shipping materials while maintaining accurate inventory and a safe, organized warehouse. This position regularly operates forklifts and other material handling equipment to support production and customer deliveries.
Day Shift: 6AM-2:30PM
What You'll Do
• Operate sit-down, stand-up, and/or reach forklifts and other powered industrial trucks to move materials throughout the warehouse.
• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Pick, stage, wrap, and prepare customer orders for shipment.
• Scan all inventory transactions accurately using the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Perform inventory transfers, cycle counts, and assist with physical inventories.
• Store materials in designated warehouse locations while maintaining proper stock rotation.
• Supply raw materials and finished goods to production as required.
• Inspect forklifts and material handling equipment daily and report any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area using 5S and good housekeeping practices.
• Follow all company safety procedures, OSHA regulations, and PPE requirements.
• Report inventory discrepancies, damaged materials, or process issues to the supervisor.
• Assist with warehouse organization, labeling, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work overtime and weekends as required to meet business needs.
• Perform other warehouse-related duties as assigned.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and reach throughout the workday.
• Work in warehouse and manufacturing environments with varying temperatures.
What We're Looking For
• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
• 6+ months experience working in a warehouse
• Forklift certification
• Inventory management experience
• Basic math and computer skills
• Ability to read and understand shipping documents and inventory records
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Ability to multi-task, handling numerous assignments simultaneously
• Detail-oriented; ability to make quick decisions
• Strong organizational, problem solving, and inventory control skills
• Ability to perform the physical labor necessary
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Dependable with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.