Logistics Pro: Material Handler & Forklift Operator

Colonial Group; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed wage

Monday–Friday schedule

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

PTO and holidays

Safety-focused workplace

Job summary

BlueLinx Holdings Inc. is seeking a Material Handler / Forklift Operator for our distribution center.

You will operate forklift equipment, load and unload materials, store and retrieve building products, and prepare shipping paperwork while upholding safety and quality standards. This role offers a fixed hourly wage, a Monday–Friday schedule, and a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, life insurance, PTO, and holidays.

Qualifications

• One year or recent forklift/warehouse experience.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift to transport products.
• Ability to read and comprehend sales orders, purchase orders, safety material, etc.
• Safe work record and stable work history.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift in compliance with 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

Warehouse experience

Reading orders/POs

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Independence

Tools

Forklift

Job description

BlueLinx Holdings Inc. is seeking a Material Handler / Forklift Operator for our distribution center.

You will operate forklift equipment, load and unload materials, store and retrieve building products, and prepare shipping paperwork while upholding safety and quality standards. This role offers a fixed hourly wage, a Monday–Friday schedule, and a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, life insurance, PTO, and holidays.