Material Handling - Material Handler

BlueLinx Holdings Inc.; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

8 Company Holidays

Job summary

BlueLinx Holdings Inc. in Denver seeks a Material Handler/Forklift Operator to join our distribution center team, offering a stable Mon-Fri 7am-4pm schedule and a fixed wage of $23.60 per hour.

You will operate forklifts, load/unload materials, perform daily equipment inspections, and help maintain safety and accuracy in shipping and inventory.

BlueLinx provides health/dental/vision insurance from day one, 15 days PTO, 8 holidays, and a 401(k) match as part of a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• One year or recent forklift/warehouse experience.
• Ability to operate forklift safely.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to read and follow directions.
• Stable work history.

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

Skills

Forklift experience

Safety awareness

Job description

Posted Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 4:00 AM

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 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?

• This position offers a fixed wage of $23.60 per hour
• Enjoy a Monday - Friday workweek with a consistent schedule (7am-4pm)
• Work with safe and reliable machinery.
• 401(k) with company match
• Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 Company Holidays

What You’ll Do:

• 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 (NYSE: BXC) 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.

The fixed rate is $23.60per hour, but no less than the local minimum wage. Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience, qualifications, skills, geographic location, and other job-related considerations. BlueLinx also offers a comprehensive benefits package including health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month, 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day, and 8 paid holidays per year.

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