Order Processor

Job Details: Job Location: STORE 1 - Sherwood, OR, Salary Range: $20.00 - $22.00Hourly, Why Work at Hardwood Industries, Inc.?

Hardwood Industries, Inc. is a family‑owned wholesaler and distributor of premium hardwood lumber and related building products. We are committed to quality, accuracy, safety, and long‑term employee growth. Our warehouse and order processing teams play a critical role in delivering excellent customer service and supporting our production and shipping operations.

Position Summary

The Order Processor is responsible for accurately pulling, staging, and preparing customer orders for shipment in a continuous improvement–focused warehouse environment. Employees in this role are encouraged to improve safety, organization, efficiency, and inventory accuracy while supporting production, shipping, and logistics operations. This position involves forklift operation, material handling, inventory tracking, and maintaining a clean, organized work area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Order Processing & Material Handling

Pull and stage customer orders accurately using SKU and location systems
Assemble customer orders utilizing prescribed banding and packaging methods
Stage materials so production and shipping teams can efficiently process orders
Stage sheet goods and lumber in uniform, organized configurations for shipping
Verify accuracy of picked orders and report shortages or discrepancies

Forklift & Equipment Operation

Safely operate forklifts to move, load, and unload materials
Unload flatbed trucks and containers
Load common carrier freight throughout the day
Exercise care with all equipment to prevent damage and downtime

Inventory Control

Identify all inventory (lumber and/or sheet goods) by SKU
Map and adjust inventory within the POS/MRP system (Epicor)
Restock materials in designated locations, maintaining good organization
Protect inventory from damage, loss, or mishandling

Housekeeping & Safety

Maintain a clean, organized work area free of debris
Leave workspaces in a condition ready for the next shift
Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements
Demonstrate care and concern for coworkers and shared workspaces

General Duties

Communicate effectively with warehouse, production, and shipping teams
Support continuous improvement efforts related to organization, flow, and accuracy
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Forklift experience preferred or ability to become certified
Ability to learn warehouse systems and inventory software
Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide; calculate linear, board, and square footage)
Ability to read, understand, and communicate job‑related information in English
Ability to use computers and software applications, including Microsoft Office and Epicor
Strong attention to detail and organization

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

Stand, walk, bend, reach, and handle materials
Use hands and arms to operate equipment and move product
Lift up to 25 pounds regularly, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally

Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Indoor warehouse and manufacturing environment
Frequent exposure to forklifts and moving materials
Occasional exposure to dust and noise
Strong emphasis on safety, organization, and teamwork

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Hardwood Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.