Lyons Specialty Company is seeking dependable, hardworking individuals to join our Warehouse Operations Team as a Receiver/Stocker. This full-time position offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and long-term career opportunities with a stable, family-owned company that has served the region for more than 100 years.

Receiver/Stocker plays a critical role in receiving, stocking, replenishing, rotating, and maintaining inventory to support customer orders and next-day deliveries. Successful candidates are reliable team players who are comfortable performing physically demanding work, operating warehouse equipment, maintaining strong attendance, and working until daily operations are complete.

ABOUT LYONS SPECIALTY COMPANY

Lyons Specialty Company, LLC is an independent wholesale distributor servicing more than 500 convenience store retail and foodservice customers throughout Louisiana, Mississippi, and Arkansas. Family owned and operated for over 100 years; we have built our reputation on stability, service, and success. 

POSITION SUMMARY

Receiver/Stockers are responsible for receiving, verifying, stocking, rotating, replenishing, and maintaining inventory in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

This is a physically demanding position that requires frequent movement, lifting, carrying, stacking, and handling of products throughout the workday.

Receiver/Stockers regularly operate stand-up forklifts (reach trucks), electric pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other warehouse equipment while supporting inventory accuracy, warehouse organization, and overall operational efficiency.

In addition to stocking responsibilities, team members actively participate in warehouse housekeeping activities, including breaking down boxes, maintaining organized warehouse locations, and supporting a clean and safe work environment.

COMPENSATION

• Starting Pay: $15.00 per hour 
• Bi-Weekly (every other Friday) payroll via Direct Deposit  

BENEFITS

• Health, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, Short/Long Term Disability, 
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan, Company Profit Sharing 

SCHEDULE

• ON-SITE: Lyons Specialty Company Warehouse | Port Allen, Louisiana  
• Full-Time | 5-Day Work Week | Monday – Friday 
• Shift begins promptly at 5:00am 
• Shift ends when daily operations are complete
• End Times typically range between 3:00pm - 5:00pm depending on inventory volume and operational requirements
• Scheduled workdays and hours may occasionally be adjusted due to holidays, weather events, customer demand, staffing needs, or other business requirements 
• Employees may occasionally be required to support weekend warehouse activities or operational needs
• Reliable attendance on scheduled workdays is critical to supporting warehouse operations and customer deliveries

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive and unload incoming inventory shipments.
• Verify product quantities and inspect inventory for damage or defects.
• Accurately stock products in designated warehouse locations using scanners and handheld devices.
• Rotate inventory and maintain proper product placement.
• Restock inventory and replenish warehouse locations.
• Assist with inventory control activities and inventory accuracy efforts.
• Operate stand-up forklifts (reach trucks) and electric pallet jacks safely and efficiently.
• Maintain organized inventory locations and warehouse storage areas.
• Meet productivity, quality, and accuracy standards.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Break down boxes and assist with warehouse housekeeping activities.
• Participate in cleanup duties throughout the shift.
• Communicate inventory, product, or operational concerns to supervisors.
• Assist with other warehouse responsibilities and operational needs as assigned.

SUCCESSFUL TEAM MEMBERS ARE

• Dependable and punctual
• Committed to completing the work
• Comfortable in a physically demanding environment
• Safety-conscious and detail-oriented
• Comfortable operating warehouse equipment
• Flexible when operational needs change
• Positive team players
• Accountable for their performance and attendance

READY TO APPLY?

Submit your application today for immediate consideration. Qualified candidates will receive follow-up communication via email, so please ensure your email address is current and monitored regularly for updates regarding the hiring process and interview scheduling.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma / GED or Equivalent preferred. 
• 2+ years of warehouse and/or distribution work experience using Stand-up Forklifts (reach trucks) and electric riding pallet jack preferred.  
• Experience using RF scanners, handheld devices, and warehouse technology preferred. 

ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS: 

• Reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Demonstrated history of dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Must be able to report to work on time for all scheduled shifts.
• Must be willing to work until daily operations are complete.
• Must be able to accommodate occasional schedule adjustments due to operational needs.
• Must have dependable transportation and the ability to consistently arrive at work as scheduled.
• Ability and willingness to work extended shifts when business needs require.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to regularly bend, stoop, twist, reach, push, pull, and handle warehouse products and materials.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, move, stack, and replenish products weighing up to 75 pounds throughout the shift.
• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to safely operate stand-up forklifts (reach trucks) and electric pallet jacks.
• Ability to work in varying warehouse temperatures.
• Ability to perform warehouse housekeeping duties, including breaking down boxes and maintaining organized work areas.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, as permitted by applicable law.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Applicable candidates will be required to submit authorization and successfully complete Pre-Employment Screening:

• Criminal Background Investigation.
• Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Test.  

The above information is intended to describe the general nature, preferred abilities, and level of the work being performed by individuals assigned to this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment. 

Lyons Specialty Co., LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to individual’s race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.