Warehouse Associate

QXO; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 17,908 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Health benefits

Paid time off

Training & certifications

Legal assistance

Pet insurance

EAP

Job summary

QXO in Wilmington, NC is seeking a warehouse associate to load, unload, and move materials using forklifts and other heavy equipment. You will work outdoors and in all weather, verifying order contents and maintaining accurate inventory records while following safety protocols.

You’ll contribute to a clean, safe work environment, learn required certifications, and support customer and vendor satisfaction through reliable, timely operations. This role offers competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts or heavy equipment.
• Strong communication and customer‑service mindset.
• Spanish bilingual proficiency is a plus.
• Reliable transportation and ability to work early mornings.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other heavy equipment to load, unload, and move materials.
• Work outdoors with exposure to all weather conditions.
• Verify order contents and maintain documentation (pick tickets, inventory count sheets).
• Inspect, organize, maintain, and track inventory.
• Demonstrate a daily commitment to safety and adhere diligently to all safety protocols, while always wearing appropriate PPE.
• Preserve safe and clean work environment, which includes cleaning and painting.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Spanish bilingual

Job description

QXO is North America’s largest distributor and installer of insulation; second-largest distributor of roofing products; second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials; and largest distributor of waterproofing products. 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 revenue within the next decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth.

What You’ll Do

• Operate forklifts and other heavy equipment to load, unload, and move materials in warehouse and yard
• Work outdoors with exposure to all weather conditions
• Verify order contents and maintain documentation (pick tickets, inventory count sheets)
• Inspect, organize, maintain, and track inventory
• Demonstrate a daily commitment to safety and adhere diligently to all safety protocols, while always wearing appropriate PPE
• Preserve safe and clean work environment, which includes cleaning and painting

What You’ll Bring

• Experience operating forklifts and other heavy equipment; warehouse experience preferred
• Commitment to providing an outstanding experience to customers, vendors, and co-workers through effective verbal and written communication and a customer‑first mindset
• Spanish bilingual proficiency is a plus
• Reliable transportation to work and the ability to regularly work early morning hours

What You’ll Earn

• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO, company holidays, and parental leave
• Paid training and certifications
• Legal assistance and identity protection
• Pet insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

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, gender or sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.