Warehouse Associate Lead

QXO; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Parental leave

Paid training

Legal protection

Pet insurance

EAP

Job summary

QXO in Minnesota is seeking a Warehouse Associate Lead to support daily warehouse and yard operations, safely handling and loading building materials for customers and deliveries. You will operate forklifts, verify orders, maintain inventory, and help ensure a clean, safe work environment.

The ideal candidate has forklift experience, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather and early hours.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts or other heavy equipment.
• Strong safety focus and attention to detail.
• Customer-focused communication skills.
• Ability to work in a physically active warehouse and outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other heavy equipment to load, unload, and move materials within the warehouse and yard
• Work outdoors with varying weather conditions
• Verify order contents and maintain accurate documentation
• Inspect, organize, maintain, and track inventory
• Adhere to safety protocols and wear PPE
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including general cleaning and painting

Job description

QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company’s mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a best-in-class customer experience. QXO is North America’s largest distributor and installer of insulation, the second-largest distributor of roofing products, the second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials, and the largest distributor of waterproofing products. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth. For more information, visit QXO.com.

What you'll do:

As a Warehouse Associate Lead at QXO, you’ll support daily warehouse and yard operations by safely handling, organizing, and preparing building materials for customers and deliveries. You’ll operate forklifts and other equipment, maintain accurate inventory and order documentation, and help ensure a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.

• Operate forklifts and other heavy equipment to load, unload, and move materials within the warehouse and yard
• Work outdoors with exposure to varying weather conditions
• Verify order contents and maintain accurate documentation, including pick tickets and 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
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment, including general cleaning and painting as needed

What you’ll bring:

• Experience operating forklifts and other heavy equipment; previous warehouse experience preferred
• Commitment to providing an outstanding experience to customers, vendors, and coworkers through effective verbal and written communication and a customer-first mindset
• Strong attention to safety, organization, and accuracy
• Ability to work effectively in a physically active warehouse and outdoor environment
• Reliable transportation to and from work and the ability to regularly work early morning hours
• Spanish bilingual proficiency is a plus

What you’ll earn:

• Pay: $24-$26/hour
• 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)

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.