Lumberyard Material Handler - Load Prep & Forklift

Ganahl Lumber Co; Los Alamitos (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ganahl Lumber Co. is seeking a Lumberman to load and unload building materials for delivery or storage. This role, sometimes called Load Builder, supports yard operations and ensures accuracy of deliveries and inventory handling.

Responsibilities include moving loads to storage or vehicles, tagging materials, reading work orders, and maintaining a safe, clean work environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be able to lift up to 75 pounds, with prior material handling

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of related experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow instructions.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Experience with material handling equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Move loads, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading areas, delivery vehicles, or by hand using material handling equipment.
• Attach identifying tags to loads, stock, or other materials.
• Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or operational needs.
• Stack loads in locations such as material sheds, storage or production areas, loading areas, delivery vehicles, or by hand using material handling equipment.
• Carry out general yard duties.
• Maintain proficiency in all organizational safe working policies and practices.
• Follows all organizational policies and procedures.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Reviews deliveries for quality and accuracy; reviews accompanying documents for accuracy.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Adheres to company policies and work requirements.

Skills

Reading Comprehension

Tool operation

Equipment handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Six months related experience preferred

Tools

Forklift operation

Hand truck / pallet jack use

Power tools operation

Job description

Ganahl Lumber Co. is seeking a Lumberman to load and unload building materials for delivery or storage. This role, sometimes called Load Builder, supports yard operations and ensures accuracy of deliveries and inventory handling.

Responsibilities include moving loads to storage or vehicles, tagging materials, reading work orders, and maintaining a safe, clean work environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be able to lift up to 75 pounds, with prior material handling