Material Handling - Material Handler

BlueLinx Corporation; Bellingham (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading distributor of building products as a Material Handler/Forklift Operator. Enjoy a consistent Monday-Friday schedule, work with safe machinery, and receive comprehensive benefits. We seek dedicated individuals who thrive in a team-oriented environment and prioritize safety and quality service.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Prescription Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Holiday pay

Paid time off (PTO)

Qualifications

• One year or recent forklift/warehouse experience.
• Ability to handle physical tasks, such as lifting up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift in compliance with training and safety guidelines.
• Load/unload/store building materials while minimizing damage.
• Prepare paperwork for distribution and shipping.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Safety Compliance

Teamwork

Physical Stamina

Job description

Build your future with BlueLinx as a Material Handler / Forklift Operator!

Are you ready to be a vital part of a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products in the United States? BlueLinx (NYSE: BXC) is looking for a dedicated Material Handler/Forklift Operator to join our dynamic team at our distribution center. If you thrive in a team-oriented environment that prioritizes safety and quality service, we want to hear from you!

Why BlueLinx?

• Enjoy a Monday - Friday workweek with a consistent schedule
• Work with safe and reliable machinery.
• Comprehensive Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Life Insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, holiday pay, and paid time off (PTO).

Primary Duties:

• 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.

What We’re Looking For:

• 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

Our Values: With every decision and action, we put people first, keep the future in mind, and work as a team toward shared progress:

About Us:

BlueLinx is one of America’s largest distributors of building products, with over 70,000 branded and private-label SKUs. Headquartered in Marietta, Georgia, we have over 2,000 associates and distribute our comprehensive range of structural and specialty products to approximately 15,000 national, regional, and local dealers, as well as specialty distributors, national home centers, industrial, and manufactured housing customers.