Material Handler & Yard Specialist (Forklift)

Kirchner-Building-Centers-1; Lacon (IL); On-site; USD 14,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company match

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Supplemental Insurance

Employee discount

Job summary

Kirchner Building Centers is seeking a reliable Material Handler/Yard Clerk to load orders, stage materials for delivery, and transport items safely. This role emphasizes customer service, accurate load construction, and maintaining a tidy lumberyard environment.

The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent), at least 1 year of related experience, and the ability to operate a forklift in a fast-paced setting. A valid drivers license is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in related field.
• Valid drivers license preferred, but not required.
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with customers, vendors and team members.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage inventory and maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other yard equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Load materials into customers vehicles or onto company delivery vehicles.
• Accurately build loads and prepare materials for deliveries in a timely manner.
• Carefully unload incoming freight.
• Safely operate forklift in accordance with OSHA and Kirchner Building Centers standards.
• Work with team to schedule deliveries of materials to customers.
• Maintain clean and organized environment in lumberyard and storage buildings.
• Provide exceptional customer service, addressing any concerns or issues that may arise.
• Build relationships with customers, vendors and team members.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure that all operations are running smoothly.
• Perform other assigned tasks as requested by leadership team when needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Inventory management

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Kirchner Building Centers is seeking a reliable Material Handler/Yard Clerk to load orders, stage materials for delivery, and transport items safely. This role emphasizes customer service, accurate load construction, and maintaining a tidy lumberyard environment.

The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent), at least 1 year of related experience, and the ability to operate a forklift in a fast-paced setting. A valid drivers license is preferred.