Material Handler & Forklift Operator (Cutter) – Mon–Fri

BlueLinx Corporation; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Life Insurance

PTO & 8 holidays

Job summary

BlueLinx Corporation is seeking a Material Handler / Forklift Operator to join our Portland distribution center. You’ll operate forklift equipment, load and unload materials, and maintain accurate paperwork for distribution and shipping in a team-focused, safety-driven environment.

This full-time role offers a fixed hourly wage of $25 with a Monday–Friday schedule, comprehensive benefits starting on day one, and opportunities for growth within a large national distributor of building products.

Qualifications

• One year or more forklift/warehouse experience.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to work independently at times under pressure.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Ability to read and comprehend orders and safety material.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift in accordance with safety guidelines and training.
• Load/unload/store building materials from trailers or rail cars, minimizing damage.
• Operate a chainsaw safely and efficiently.
• Cut material to customer requested length.
• Store and retrieve material (piece pick and/or bulk).
• Prepare paperwork for distribution and shipping of products.
• Perform daily equipment inspection and maintenance.
• Maintain tidy, safe work area and assist with inventory counts.

Skills

Forklift experience

Forklift safety

Order reading

Physical strength

Independent worker

Reading comprehension

Job description

BlueLinx Corporation is seeking a Material Handler / Forklift Operator to join our Portland distribution center. You’ll operate forklift equipment, load and unload materials, and maintain accurate paperwork for distribution and shipping in a team-focused, safety-driven environment.

This full-time role offers a fixed hourly wage of $25 with a Monday–Friday schedule, comprehensive benefits starting on day one, and opportunities for growth within a large national distributor of building products.