Material Handler - Forklift Operator

BlueLinx
Minneapolis
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 26.46+ hourlyFunction: Administration & Executive AssistanceSkills: ["Safety-minded","Ability to follow instructions","Ability to work independently","Reliability","Attention to detail"]

Operate forklifts at the distribution center to safely load, unload, and store building materials. Pick and retrieve products (piece pick or bulk), maintain equipment through daily inspections, and keep the work area clean. Prepare shipping and distribution paperwork and assist with periodic inventory counts. The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, $26.46/hour, and comprehensive health and retirement benefits.

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BlueLinx
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1 month ago

Material Handler - Forklift Operator

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Job Summary

Operate forklifts at the distribution center to safely load, unload, and store building materials. Pick and retrieve products (piece pick or bulk), maintain equipment through daily inspections, and keep the work area clean. Prepare shipping and distribution paperwork and assist with periodic inventory counts. The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, $26.46/hour, and comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
Location: Minneapolis
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Administration & Executive Assistance
Seniority: Entry level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Operate forklift in compliance with forklift training and safety guidelines.
  • •Load/unload/store building materials from trailers or rail cars while minimizing damage.
  • •Store and retrieve material (piece pick and/or bulk).
  • •Prepare paperwork required for distribution and shipping of products.
  • •Perform daily inspection and maintenance of equipment, maintain cleanliness, and assist with inventory counts as requested.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 26.46 hourly
Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVisionLife Insurance401kLearning BudgetPaid 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 material.
Experience:WarehouseLogistics
Skills:Safety-mindedAbility to follow instructionsAbility to work independentlyReliabilityAttention to detail

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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