Warehouse Associate

QXO; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Associate to join their team. In this role, you will operate forklifts and heavy equipment, ensuring the safe handling of materials while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage and paid training opportunities. If you are a reliable team player with a customer-first attitude and the ability to lift heavy loads, this is the perfect opportunity to contribute to a growing company in the building products distribution sector.

Benefits

401(k) Match

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Leave including holidays, PTO, and parental leave

Annual Safety Shoe Allowance

Paid Training and Certification Opportunities

Legal Assistance

Protection for Finances & Identity with Norton LifeLock

Pet Insurance options

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts and heavy equipment.
• Ability to lift 75+ pounds repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and heavy equipment to handle materials.
• Verify order contents and maintain documentation.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Heavy Equipment Operation

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Bilingual Proficiency (Spanish)

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Associate at QXO

Join us to apply for the Warehouse Associate role at QXO.

About QXO: QXO is a publicly traded company founded by Brad Jacobs, aiming to be the leader in building products distribution. In 2025, we completed our first acquisition of Beacon Building Products. We focus on building a customer-centric, innovative, and tech-enabled business to modernize an under-digitized industry.

What You Will Earn:

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) Match
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Leave including holidays, PTO, and parental leave
• Annual Safety Shoe Allowance
• Paid Training and Certification Opportunities
• Legal Assistance covering various legal needs
• Protection for Finances & Identity with Norton LifeLock
• Pet Insurance options

What You Will Do:

• Operate forklifts and heavy equipment to handle materials
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Verify order contents and maintain documentation
• Inspect and organize inventory
• Follow safety protocols diligently and wear PPE
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including cleaning and painting

What You Will Bring:

• Experience with forklift and heavy equipment operation
• Warehouse experience preferred
• Ability to lift 75+ pounds repeatedly
• Strong communication skills and a customer-first attitude
• Spanish bilingual proficiency is a plus
• Reliable transportation and ability to work early mornings

More About QXO:

The building products distribution market is a nearly $800 billion global industry with significant room for innovation. QXO aims to lead in areas like B2B e-commerce, demand forecasting, and digital connectivity, led by Brad Jacobs, a seasoned entrepreneur with a track record of building successful companies.

QXO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace.