Warehouse Associate

QXO; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

QXO, Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely move, load, unload, and stage building materials in our warehouse and yard, supporting deliveries, receiving, and inventory accuracy.

The role requires dependability, safety focus, and familiarity with forklifts in a fast-paced distribution environment; candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous forklift or material-handling experience.
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Reliable attendance and strong safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
• Load, unload, move, stack, and stage building materials throughout warehouse, yard, receiving, and loading areas.
• Transport materials between storage locations, staging areas, customer pickup areas, and delivery loading zones.
• Inspect loads and materials for damage, shortages, or discrepancies and report concerns promptly.
• Follow established forklift operating procedures and company safety requirements.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety-conscious

Organized

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

QXO, Inc. (NYSE: QXO) is the largest publicly traded distributor of roofing, waterproofing, and related products, and the second largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials in North America. QXO is the fastest growing company in the $800 billion building products distribution industry and plans to become the tech-enabled leader by delivering best-in-class customer satisfaction and outsized returns for its shareholders. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenues within the next decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth.

What You'll Do

The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently moving, loading, unloading, staging, and organizing building materials throughout the warehouse and yard. This role supports customer deliveries, inbound receiving, customer pickups, inventory accuracy, and overall warehouse operations while ensuring materials are handled safely and accurately.

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, highly organized, and experienced working with forklifts and building materials in a fast-paced warehouse or distribution environment.

Forklift and Material Handling Operations

• Safely operate forklifts and other approved material-handling equipment


• Load, unload, move, stack, and stage building materials throughout warehouse, yard, receiving, and loading areas


• Transport materials between storage locations, staging areas, customer pickup areas, and delivery loading zones


• Handle building materials carefully to prevent product damage and maintain inventory integrity


• Inspect loads and materials for visible damage, shortages, or discrepancies and report concerns promptly


• Follow established forklift operating procedures and company safety requirements

Delivery Load Preparation

• Pull, stage, and prepare customer orders for scheduled deliveries


• Load building materials onto trucks safely and efficiently according to delivery requirements


• Verify products, quantities, and order information before loading


• Coordinate with Dispatch, Drivers, and Warehouse personnel to ensure loads are complete and prepared on schedule


• Assist with organizing materials based on delivery sequence and loading requirements


• Support second-run or priority delivery preparation as operational needs require

Receiving and Customer Pickups

• Unload incoming vendor shipments and transfer materials to appropriate staging or storage locations


• Assist with verifying incoming materials against receiving documentation


• Inspect inbound products for damage or obvious discrepancies


• Unload and stage materials associated with customer or branch pickups


• Assist customers, Drivers, and team members with safe loading and unloading of materials


• Maintain organized receiving and customer pickup areas to support efficient material flow

Inventory Support

• Assist with weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual, and other scheduled inventory counts or audits


• Support accurate inventory organization and product placement


• Verify quantities when moving, staging, loading, or receiving materials


• Report inventory discrepancies, damaged products, or improperly stored materials


• Assist with relocating inventory to improve warehouse organization and operational efficiency


• Maintain familiarity with product locations throughout assigned warehouse and yard areas

Warehouse Organization and Maintenance

• Maintain clean, organized, and safe warehouse, yard, loading, and staging areas


• Keep aisles, forklift travel paths, loading zones, and work areas free of obstructions


• Assist with routine warehouse cleaning and housekeeping throughout the shift


• Organize materials and storage locations to support safe and efficient operations


• Report facility, equipment, or housekeeping concerns that could create safety or operational issues

Equipment Inspection and Safety

• Perform required pre-operation inspections of forklifts before use


• Report damaged equipment, maintenance needs, or unsafe operating conditions promptly
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and PPE standards


• Operate equipment at safe speeds and remain aware of pedestrians, vehicles, and other equipment


• Use proper material-handling techniques when working with large, heavy, or awkward building products


• Participate in required forklift, safety, and operational training


• Perform additional duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

• Strong commitment to safe forklift and material-handling practices


• Ability to safely handle and move materials of varying sizes and weights


• Strong attention to detail and order accuracy


• Basic math and inventory-counting skills


• Strong organizational and time-management abilities


• Good communication and teamwork skills


• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced warehouse environment


• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic


• Ability to prioritize multiple loading, receiving, and material-handling responsibilities

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred


• Previous forklift or material-handling experience


• Experience in warehouse, distribution, yard, or similar operational environments


• Ability to safely lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds


• Ability to obtain and maintain required forklift certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Current forklift certification preferred


• Previous experience within wholesale building materials, construction supply, or distribution


• Strong knowledge of interior building materials, including drywall, metal framing, acoustical products, and related materials


• Previous logistics, shipping, receiving, or inventory experience


• Familiarity with local delivery operations and surrounding service areas


• Previous commercial driving or delivery experience is a plus


• Experience assisting with physical inventories or cycle counts is preferred

Work Environment And Requirements

• Work is performed primarily in warehouse, yard, loading, receiving, and outdoor operational environments


• Frequent operation of forklifts and other material-handling equipment


• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, climb, push, pull, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift


• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds, using team lifting or mechanical assistance for heavier products when appropriate


• Frequent exposure to trucks, forklifts, building materials, dust, noise, and varying indoor and outdoor temperatures


• Required PPE must be worn in designated operational areas


• Early morning start times, extended hours, overtime, and occasional weekend work may be required based on delivery volume and business needs

What You'll Earn

• Health Care Benefits


• 401(k) with employer match


• Paid Time Off

Benefits for union-represented roles are determined by the applicable collective bargaining agreement and may differ from standard company benefits.

QXO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

To comply with Pay Transparency laws, employers must disclose an annual salary range. Actual offers depend on factors such as location, experience, skills, and market data. This position may also offer variable compensation.

Salary Range

USD $25.00 - USD $27.00 /Hr.