Material Handler, Senior

BlueLinx Holdings Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription coverage

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Holiday pay

PTO

Job summary

BlueLinx Holdings Inc. is seeking a Material Handler/Forklift Operator to assist in our distribution center, focusing on safe loading of trucks and unloading railcars. We value team players who prioritize safety and quality of service in a collaborative environment.

BlueLinx, a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products, operates across the United States with a strong commitment to safety and customer service. This role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• One year or recent forklift/warehouse experience.
• Proficient and safe forklift operation to transport product.
• Read and follow directions; work independently, at times under pressure.
• Lift up to 75 lbs; detail oriented and organized.

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.
• Maintains cleanliness and tidiness in working and assigned area.
• Assists in periodic inventory counts as requested.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety consciousness

Team player

Attention to detail

Job description

Posted Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 4:00 AM

BlueLinx is looking for a Material Handler/Forklift Operator to assist in our distribution center. Our Material Handlers assist us with safely loading our trucks and unloading our railcars. In our environment, we look for team players that put an emphasis on safety and quality of service. In our environment, everyone is an important member of our team.

WE ARE BlueLinx (NYSE: BXC), a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products in the United States with over 70,000 branded and private-label SKUs, and a broad distribution footprint servicing 50 states. We have over 2,400 associates and our warehouse associates are critical to our success. Teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement drive our culture which emphasizes safety and customer service.

Why BlueLinx? We offer…..

• $23.55 hourly pay rate
• Safe & Reliable Equipment
• Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Life Insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, holiday pay and paid time off (PTO)

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.
• Maintains cleanliness and tidiness in working and assigned area.
• Assists in periodic inventory counts as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year or recent forklift/warehouse experience
• Ability to proficiently and safely use forklift to transport product, load/unload trucks
• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Ability to work independently, at times under pressure
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to read/comprehend sales order, purchase orders, safety material, etc.
• Detail oriented and organized, basic math skills
• Safe work record and stable work history

BlueLinx is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans/Disabled