Forklift Operator & Material Handler – Stable Mon-Fri Schedule

BlueLinx Corporation; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

PTO and holidays

Job summary

BlueLinx Corporation in the United States is seeking a Material Handler and Forklift Operator to join our distribution center. You will operate forklifts, load/unload building materials, and help maintain safety and efficiency on the floor.

We offer a fixed wage of $20.22 per hour with a Monday–Friday schedule, comprehensive benefits starting day one, and opportunities for growth within a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products.

Qualifications

• One year or recent forklift/warehouse experience.
• Ability to proficiently and safely use forklift to transport products, load/unload trucks.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to work independently at times under pressure.
• Ability to handle physical tasks, such as lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to read/comprehend sales orders, purchase orders, safety material, etc.
• Safe work record and stable work history.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift in compliance with forklift training and safety guidelines.
• Load/unload/store building materials from trailers or rail cars while minimizing damage.
• Store and retrieve material (piece pick and/or bulk).
• Prepare the paperwork required for distribution and shipping of products.
• Performs daily inspection and maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness in working and assigned area.
• Assists in periodic inventory counts as requested.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Reading orders

Follow directions

Independent work

Physical stamina

Reading PO/SAFETY

Job description

BlueLinx Corporation in the United States is seeking a Material Handler and Forklift Operator to join our distribution center. You will operate forklifts, load/unload building materials, and help maintain safety and efficiency on the floor.

We offer a fixed wage of $20.22 per hour with a Monday–Friday schedule, comprehensive benefits starting day one, and opportunities for growth within a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products.