Material Handler

Boise Cascade; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical + Prescription Drug

Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare

401(k) Retirement Savings with company

Paid Time Off (20 days per year)

Paid Holidays (10 per year)

Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks)

Life Insurance

Job summary

Boise Cascade is seeking a Material Handler (Forklift Operator) in Birmingham, AL. The role is on-site, full-time, with no travel required, and pays $20.00 USD per hour.

Responsibilities include receiving, loading, and verifying orders, operating a forklift, and providing basic customer service while maintaining a clean, safe work area. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with preferred forklift experience and ability to work outdoors in all weather.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Able to understand and follow safety/work instructions.
• Comfortable with physical work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to use hand tools and chainsaw.

Responsibilities

• Receive, select, and load materials.
• Operate forklift safely and efficiently.
• Verify accuracy of orders after packaging and loading.
• Provide basic customer service to internal and external customers.
• Work with other team members to fulfill orders and complete tasks daily.
• Maintain clean working area.
• Follow all safety procedures (OSHA compliance).
• Perform daily safety checks on forklifts.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Reading/understanding instructions

Hand tools

Physical stamina

Chainsaw operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

2+ years equivalent experience

Job description

• On-site
• Travel Required : No
• Rate : $20 USD per hour
• Warehouse
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MATER008926

Description

Boise Cascade has an exciting opening for a Material Handler [Forklift Operator],

Responsibilities

• Receive, select, and load materials.
• Operate forklift safely and efficiently.
• Verify accuracy of orders after packaging and loading.
• Provide basic customer service to internal and external customers.
• Work with other team members to fulfill orders and complete tasks daily.
• Maintain clean working area.
• Follow all safety procedures (OSHA compliance).
• Perform daily safety checks on forklifts.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications: High school diploma, GED, or 2+ years equivalent experience.Able to understand and follow safety/work instructions.Comfortable with physical work in all weather conditions.Ability to use hand tools and chainsaw.

Preferred Qualifications: Forklift experience (sit-down/counterbalance).Familiarity with building materials.Able to measure and calculate material lengths.

Work Environment: High traffic warehouse and yard. Physically demanding; outdoors in all weather conditions.

Boise Cascade has been in the business of distributing building materials and manufacturing wood products for decades. Today we're the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States – and one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America. Because our business is built on relationships, our associates are critical to our success. Our people-centered approach to associate experience and engagement is rooted in our Core Values. We’re invested in cultivating a respectful workplace culture that attracts, connects, grows, and retains a talented workforce – one where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life – from health and well-being, career, and community, to financial security and personal safety, with many benefits beginning on your first day of employment. We call it, Total Rewards. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:

• Medical + Prescription Drug
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare + Dependent Care)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (20 days per year)
• Paid Holidays (10 per year)
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks)
• Life Insurance

Travel Required

No .

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