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Receiving Associate

CompanyCENTRAL VALLEY BUILDERS SUPPLY
LocationSt. Helena
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 13, 2026
About The Company
Central Valley is a diversified Top 100 U.S. building supply company that proudly serves the builders and vineyard operators of Northern California. For three generations, we've been family owned and operated and our commitment to customer service and satisfaction has never waned. From developers to builders and framers; from the largest wineries to the local family farms, Central Valley strives to make a difference with its employees, customers and in the communities it serves, through the values and high standards it employs. For builders we offer the full line: lumber (green, dried, FSC-certified), OSB, plywood, over-sized panels, hardware, fasteners, decking, fencing, plumbing, electrical, siding and trim, engineered wood products (EWP); dedicated design department for customized plan take-offs; pre-fabricated wall manufacturing; custom milling. For vineyard operators, orchard growers, and landscape architects, we offer: irrigation systems and parts, domestic trellising, harvest storage, safety gear, pruning tools for the whole team. From its beginnings in 1955 with 3 employees, one truck, and one forklift, Central Valley Builders Supply (dba Central Valley) now operates Foster Lumber Yards, 6 warehouses; 41 acres of inventory; 55 delivery vehicles; and sells over 100 million board feet of lumber across the greater Bay Area. 2021 North Bay Business Journal's "Best Places to Work"​ Winner!
About the Role

Description

Central Valley is a leading family-owned and operated building supply company with eight locations throughout Northern California. We have been in business since 1955 and have grown to become one of the largest regional suppliers of building and agricultural products in the United States. Central Valley has been voted among the Best Places to work in the North Bay by the North Bay Business Journal. We are currently seeking a Receiving Associate for our St. Helena facility.


The Receiving Associate receives product and resolves vendor discrepancies. Ensures that product received is accurate and in sellable condition. Ensures that packing slip matches purchase order.

  • Compares purchase order against vendor receipt for accuracy.
  • Reviews packing slip in order to verify quantity and product accuracy.
  • Ensures that all shipments are received in good, undamaged condition and notes discrepancies.
  • Strives to process all deliveries same day to meet 24-hour door to floor goal.
  • Stages all product in an organized manner to assure optimal productivity of stocking team.
  • Oversees returns and credits from receipt to invoicing.
  • Communicates receipt of special orders to appropriate salesperson, ensuring prompt customer delivery and satisfaction.
  • Sort, file and check paperwork.
  • Provide accurate information to update computer system.
  • Works with yard staff to account for all deliveries and receive all products.
  • Communicates with vendors in person, via phone and email in order to resolve discrepancies and assure proper credit.
  • Lifts and/or moves product, up to 75lbs, to stage for stocking crew.

Requirements

  • Proficient math and computer skills
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal 
  • Lumber, building materials and agriculture product knowledge preferred
  • Construction and/or building materials experience a plus
  • Forklift experience desired
  • 1+ years of Receiving experience required

  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Sitting:      6-8+ hours per day
  • Walking:      3-6 hours per day
  • Standing:      3-6 hours per day
  • Bending/Twisting:      3-6 hours per day
  • Squatting/Stooping:      3-6 hours per day
  • Climbing:      3-6 hours per day
  • Kneeling/Crawling:      3-6 hours per day
  • Pushing/Pulling:      3-6 hours per day
  • Hand      Dexterity: Up to 3 hours per day
  • Lifting      0-25 lbs.: Up to 3 hours per day
  • Lifting      26-60lbs: Up to 3 hours per day
  • Carrying      0-25 lbs.: Up to 3 hours per day
  • Carrying      26-60lbs: Up to 3 hours per day


Central Valley is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.


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Key Skills
Inventory ManagementVendor RelationsMath SkillsComputer ProficiencyWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationForklift OperationQuality ControlData EntryPhysical Stamina
Categories
LogisticsConstructionAgricultureRetailTrades
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Receiving Associate is responsible for receiving products, verifying accuracy against purchase orders, and resolving vendor discrepancies. They ensure all shipments are in sellable condition and stage products efficiently for the stocking team.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$19 - $21
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
454
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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