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Material Handler

  2025-11-11     BlueLinx     Portland,OR  
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$26.41/hr - $26.41/hr

Build your future with BlueLinx as a Material Handler / Forklift Operator!

Are you ready to be a vital part of a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products in the United States? BlueLinx (NYSE: BXC) is looking for a dedicated Material Handler/Forklift Operator to join our dynamic team at our distribution center. If you thrive in a team-oriented environment that prioritizes safety and quality service, we want to hear from you!

Why BlueLinx?

  • Enjoy a Monday - Friday workweek with a consistent schedule
  • This position offers a fixed wage of $26.41 per hour
  • Pay rate $26.41 per hour
  • Work with safe and reliable machinery.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Life Insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, holiday pay, and paid time off (PTO).

Primary Duties

  • 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 the paperwork required for distribution and shipping of products.
  • Performs daily inspection and maintenance of equipment.
  • Maintain cleanliness and tidiness in working and assigned area.
  • Assists in periodic inventory counts as requested.

What Were Looking For

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

Our Values: With every decision and action, we put people first, keep the future in mind, and work as a team toward shared progress:

  • Customer Centric
  • Respect
  • Collaboration
  • Integrity
  • Grit

About Us

BlueLinx is one of Americas largest distributors of building products, with over 70k branded and private-label SKUs. Headquartered in Marietta, Georgia, we have over 2,000 associates and distribute our comprehensive range of structural and specialty products to approximately 15k national, regional, and local dealers, as well as specialty distributors, national home centers, industrial, and manufactured housing customers.

The fixed rate is $26.41 per hour, but no less than the local minimum wage. Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience, qualifications, skills, geographic location, and other job-related considerations. BlueLinx also offers a comprehensive benefits package including health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month, 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day, and 8 paid holidays per year.

To report any issues with this job posting, please contact ...@bluelinxco.com
Seniority level
  • Seniority level
    Entry level
Employment type
  • Employment type
    Full-time
Job function
  • Job function
    Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries
    Wholesale Building Materials

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