Material Handler-EWP Cutter-Portland, OR

Bluelinx Corporation

The Role

Overview

Operate forklift to load, unload, store materials and handle paperwork in a warehouse.

Key Responsibilities

  • equipment maintenance
  • forklift operation
  • material handling
  • inventory count
  • shipping docs
  • site cleanliness

Tasks

-Performs daily inspection and maintenance of equipment. -Operate forklift in compliance with forklift training and safety guidelines. -Prepare the paperwork required for distribution and shipping of products. -Load/unload/store building materials from trailers or rail cars while minimizing damage. -Assists in periodic inventory counts as requested. -Store and retrieve material (piece pick and/or bulk) -Maintain cleanliness and tidiness in working and assigned area.

Requirements

  • forklift
  • warehouse
  • 1-year
  • customer‑centric
  • independent
  • lifting

What You Bring

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

Benefits

-401(k) with company match -This position offers a fixed wage of $27.75 per hour -Tuition reimbursement -Life Insurance -Comprehensive Benefits: -Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription -Enjoy a Monday - Friday workweek with a consistent schedule -Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 Company Holidays

The Company

About Bluelinx Corporation

-Originally formed from Georgia-Pacific's distribution arm in 2004, it established itself as a distinct entity in building-materials distribution. -It handles both specialty and structural goods, including lumber, engineered wood, siding, and millwork, supporting projects from residential to large commercial developments. -As a publicly listed company on the NYSE (BXC), it emphasizes tailored services like LTL delivery, fabrication, and reloads to meet contractor needs. -A significant milestone in 2018 was the acquisition of Cedar Creek, which expanded its market reach and strengthened its competitive position.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Commercial

Industrial

Building Products

Lumber

Panels

Engineered Wood

Siding

Millwork

Industrial Products

Outdoor Living

Specialty Lumber

Specialty Panels