Material Handler I Yard

Builders FirstSource; Southern Pines (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks motivated individuals to join their team in a supportive, people-first culture. This entry-level position offers on-the-job training and the opportunity to work with various materials in a dynamic production environment. You'll be empowered to learn new skills, enhance your career, and contribute to the dream of home ownership. With a focus on safety and teamwork, you will play a vital role in ensuring efficient operations while lifting and handling materials. Join us to build a rewarding career with unlimited horizons.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

On-the-job training

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with on-the-job training provided.
• Knowledge of safety procedures during materials handling tasks.

Responsibilities

• Handles materials to ensure optimized movement and safety.
• Operates material handling equipment under supervision.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Knowledge of safety procedures

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Motorized material handling equipment

Non-motorized material handling equipment

Job description

Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource

As America's largest supplier of building materials, value-added components, and building services to the professional market, we help make the dream of home ownership more achievable every day. At BFS, you'll be equipped with all the tools, training, and resources you need, and you'll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons.

Purpose

Under direct supervision, handles and maintains the flow of materials and products on the premises according to established guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Physically handles materials used to construct components and finished products to ensure movement of such items is optimized; lifts, carries, stacks items as needed.
• Operates motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment, some of which may require specialized training.
• Responds attentively to training from foreman or more senior handlers to increase own knowledge of work processes.
• Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings; may recommend safety improvements.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or GED. This is an entry-level position where on-the-job training will be provided.

Competencies

• Knowledge of and ability to use motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment.
• Manual dexterity.
• Knowledge of safety procedures during materials handling tasks.
• Ability to understand and follow detailed instructions.

Work Environment / Physical Activity

The physical demands of this role include working within a production environment with temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, mechanical parts, noise, and dust. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 80 pounds on occasion. Tasks may involve climbing, lifting, pushing, or kneeling.

Additional Information

At BFS, we want your career to surpass your expectations. Our supportive, people-first culture will empower you to do more, learn more, and grow every day. Join us to rise to new challenges, learn new skills, and enhance your career tool belt.

We offer competitive, affordable benefits to help you and your loved ones live healthier, happier, and more secure lives. For details, visit our benefits page.

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. For accommodation requests under the ADA Amendments Act, contact [phone] or email [e-mail]. Do not send resumes to this email.