Senior Material Handler & Forklift Operator

BlueLinx; Des Moines (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Prescription coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off and holidays

Job summary

BlueLinx is seeking a Material Handler/Forklift Operator to join our distribution center in the United States. The role involves operating a forklift, loading/unloading materials, and preparing distribution paperwork in a safety-first environment.

We offer a fixed wage of $22.29 per hour, a Monday–Friday schedule, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a leading wholesale distributor of building products.

Qualifications

• One year or recent forklift/warehouse experience.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to read/comprehend sales orders, purchase orders, safety material, etc.
• Safe work record and 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 operation

Safety compliance

Order reading

Physical stamina

Job description

BlueLinx is seeking a Material Handler/Forklift Operator to join our distribution center in the United States. The role involves operating a forklift, loading/unloading materials, and preparing distribution paperwork in a safety-first environment.

We offer a fixed wage of $22.29 per hour, a Monday–Friday schedule, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a leading wholesale distributor of building products.