Material Handler & Forklift Operator — Steady Mon-Fri

BlueLinx Corporation; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Life Insurance

Generous PTO and 8 holidays

Job summary

BlueLinx Corporation in Springfield, MO is seeking a Material Handler / Forklift Operator to move and stage building materials in a fast-paced distribution center. You will operate a forklift, load and unload trailers, maintain safety, and prepare paperwork for distribution.

This role emphasizes reliability, the ability to follow directions, and physical stamina, with a strong benefits package and 401(k) matching. The company offers a fixed hourly wage of $20.22 and a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• One year or recent forklift/warehouse experience.
• Ability to proficiently and safely use forklift to transport products, load/unload trucks.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to work independently at times under pressure.
• Ability to handle physical tasks, such as lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to read/comprehend sales orders, purchase orders, safety material, etc.
• Safe work record and stable work history.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift in compliance with forklift 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

Load/unload

Safety awareness

Paperwork

Inventory/material handling

Physical stamina

Job description

BlueLinx Corporation in Springfield, MO is seeking a Material Handler / Forklift Operator to move and stage building materials in a fast-paced distribution center. You will operate a forklift, load and unload trailers, maintain safety, and prepare paperwork for distribution.

This role emphasizes reliability, the ability to follow directions, and physical stamina, with a strong benefits package and 401(k) matching. The company offers a fixed hourly wage of $20.22 and a Monday–Friday schedule.