Material Handler/Forklift Operator

BlueLinx • St. Louis, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

BlueLinx is hiring a Material Handler/Forklift Operator to work at a distribution center. The role supports the distribution and shipping of building and industrial products in a team-oriented environment that prioritizes safety and quality service. The schedule is Monday through Friday. Compensation is an hourly fixed rate, no less than the local minimum wage; actual compensation depends on experience, qualifications, skills, geographic location, and other job-related considerations.

Requirements

• One year of recent forklift or warehouse experience.
• Ability to safely and proficiently use a forklift to transport products and load and unload trucks.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to work independently at times and under pressure.
• Ability to handle physical tasks, including lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to read and comprehend sales orders, purchase orders, safety materials, and similar documents.
• Safe work record and stable work history.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift in compliance with training and safety guidelines.
• Load, unload, and store building materials from trailers or rail cars while minimizing damage.
• Store and retrieve material, including piece-pick and/or bulk material.
• Prepare paperwork required for product distribution and shipping.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and maintenance.
• Keep the working and assigned areas clean and tidy.
• Assist with periodic inventory counts as requested.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• 15 days of paid time off, accruing from the first day.
• Eight paid company holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed