Warehouse/Forklift Operator

Summary of Position:

Commonwealth Building Materials Warehouse Workers will be responsible for areas of warehouse maintenance, shipping/receiving, product storage, and delivery set-up. Forklift experience is a plus.

Duties & Resposibilities:

• Maintain health and safety compliance in accordance with company policy
• Prepare orders by processing requests: pull accurate materials and place in appropriate area for customer pick up or delivery; loading and unloading trucks as necessary
• Maintain inventory controls through minimizing materials damage and ensuring order accuracy
• Be able to organize the warehouse and manage bin locations
• Establish, maintain and promote high standards of customer service
• Workers are required to lift to 50 lbs, walk or stand for most of the shift, and wear protective gear and steel-toes boots
• Ensure that equipment is maintained to company operating standards
• Must be able to think for yourself - problem solve

Other Competencies:

• Ability to self-manage, show initiative and be proactive
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers

Requirements:

• High school diploma preferred
• 1-3 years of experience or more is preferred

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain in stationary position 50%
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs
• Must wear protective gear and steel-toes boots
• Frequently, will move about inside the warehouse
• Must be able to operate warehouse machinery
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• Constantly in warehouse environment
• Must be able to work in various types of weather conditions and temperatures

Mental Demands:

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritze tasks
• Must be able to manage stress depending on tasks
• Must be able to multitask
• Must be able to receive information
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement

Company Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
• 401K
• Paid holidays & vacation days

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. Our people have the independence and authority to make a difference. We invest in relationships, and every person is important. Our highest priority is serving others. We passionately pursue a safe work environment along with a relentless focus on operational excellence. We believe you can never go wrong doing the right thing.

Compensation is based on experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 55 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Payment frequency:

• Paid biweekly

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Harrisonburg, VA 22801: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person