Material Handler/Forklift Operator

BlueLinx Corporation; Independence (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Year-round employment

Career advancement opportunities

Safety-first culture

Job summary

BlueLinx Corporation is seeking experienced Material Handlers and Forklift Operators to join our Cincinnati/Independence team. This role focuses on safe operation of forklifts, loading/unloading materials, and accurate order handling.

You will work in a fast-paced warehouse, performing inspections, supporting inventory counts, and delivering excellent service to customers and teammates. The position offers competitive starting pay and comprehensive benefits in a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Prior forklift and warehouse experience preferred.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Positive attitude and team-first mindset.
• Reliable attendance and work ethic.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Basic math, reading, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Load and unload building materials from trucks and railcars.
• Pick, stage, store, and retrieve customer orders.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assist with inventory counts and warehouse operations.
• Deliver exceptional service to customers and teammates.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Safety-focused

Teamwork

Attendance reliability

Job description

Join a Team That Keeps Building America BlueLinx is growing, and we are looking for experienced Material Handlers and Forklift Operators to join our Cincinnati/Independence team.

As our Specialty Products business continues to expand, we are seeking safety-focused team members who want to build a long-term career with a company that values hard work, teamwork, and customer service.

Why Join BlueLinx?

• Starting pay of $24.75 per hour
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stable, year-round employment
• Career advancement opportunities
• Growing Specialty Products business
• Safety-first culture
• Team environment where everyone matters

What You\'ll Do

• Safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment
• Load and unload building materials from trucks and railcars
• Pick, stage, store, and retrieve customer orders
• Conduct daily equipment inspections
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Assist with inventory counts and warehouse operations
• Deliver exceptional service to customers and teammates

What We\'re Looking For

• Previous forklift and warehouse experience preferred
• Strong commitment to safety
• Positive attitude and team-first mindset
• Reliable attendance and work ethic
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Basic math, reading, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Grow Your Career with BlueLinx

• Join a growing operation serving the Cincinnati market
• Be part of the expansion of our Specialty Products business
• Work alongside experienced professionals in a safety-focused environment
• Build a long-term career with opportunities for advancement

Our Values

• Customer Centric
• Respect
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Grit

About Us

BlueLinx (NYSE: BXC) is one of America’s largest distributors of building products, with over 70k branded and private-label SKUs. Headquartered in Marietta, Georgia, we have over 2,000 associates and distribute our comprehensive range of structural and specialty products to approximately 15k national, regional, and local dealers, as well as specialty distributors, national home centers, industrial, and manufactured housing customers.

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