Material Handler/Forklift Operator

BlueLinx
Atlanta
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Supply Chain & LogisticsExperience: 1+ yearsSkills: ["Safety","Teamwork","Independent work","Attention to detail","Physical endurance"]

Operate forklift equipment safely to load, unload, store, and retrieve building materials at the distribution center. Support shipping and distribution by preparing required paperwork, performing daily equipment inspections and maintenance, maintaining a clean work area, and assisting with periodic inventory counts. Work a Monday–Friday schedule in a safety-focused, team-oriented environment serving building and industrial products.

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BlueLinx
BlueLinx
1 week ago

Material Handler/Forklift Operator

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Job Summary

Operate forklift equipment safely to load, unload, store, and retrieve building materials at the distribution center. Support shipping and distribution by preparing required paperwork, performing daily equipment inspections and maintenance, maintaining a clean work area, and assisting with periodic inventory counts. Work a Monday–Friday schedule in a safety-focused, team-oriented environment serving building and industrial products.
Location: Atlanta
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Supply Chain & Logistics
Seniority: Entry level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Operate forklifts in compliance with training and safety guidelines.
  • •Load, unload, and store building materials while minimizing damage.
  • •Store and retrieve materials (piece pick and/or bulk) and support distribution shipping needs.
  • •Prepare distribution and shipping paperwork.
  • •Perform daily inspection and maintenance of equipment and maintain a clean work area.

Pay and Benefits

Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVisionPrescription401kLife InsurancePaid Leave

Key Requirements

  • •One year or recent forklift/warehouse experience.
  • •Ability to safely and proficiently operate a forklift to transport products and load/unload trucks.
  • •Ability to understand and follow directions.
  • •Ability to work independently at times under pressure.
  • •Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and read/comprehend sales orders, purchase orders, and safety materials.
Experience:1+ yearsWarehousing
Skills:SafetyTeamworkIndependent workAttention to detailPhysical endurance

Company Brief

BlueLinx
Distributes a broad portfolio of building and industrial products, including lumber, panels, engineered wood, and specialty materials, to dealers, home centers, and contractors across the United States.
Industry: Wholesale & Distribution
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Atlanta, United States
Founded: 1954
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