Material Handler - Lumber Yard

Builders FirstSource, Inc.; Havre (MT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Builders FirstSource, Inc. in Havre, MT, is hiring a Material Handler - Lumber Yard to support our busy yard operations.

You will move materials, operate forklifts or hand trucks, and ensure smooth flow of lumber and building supplies on site. This entry-level role includes on-the-job training, safety instructions, and opportunities to learn various material handling processes while working in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Entry level with on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Handles and maintains the flow of materials and products on the premises.
• Operates material handling equipment as needed.
• Responds to training and follows safety practices.
• Observes safety procedures to prevent injuries and attends safety meetings.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. The #1 name in our industry, 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.

Material Handler - Lumber Yard

Havre, MT

Handles and maintains the flow of materials and products on the premises according to established guidelines.

• 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 in order to increase own knowledge of work processes.
• Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED). This is an entry level position where incumbent will receive on-the-job training.

Work Environment / Physical Activity:

• Work is performed within a production environment, subject to temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, mechanical parts, increased noise levels and dust.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.
• May be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing, lifting, pushing or kneeling.

At BFS, we want you and your career to be greater than what you ever could have expected. Our supportive, people -first culture will build you up and empower you to do more, be more, and become better every day. Join us and see what’s possible when you can rise to new challenges, learn new skills, and add to your career tool belt every day.

At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives.

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

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