Experienced Material Handler

Material Handler [Forklift Operator]

Many employers offer jobs; at Boise Cascade, we offer career opportunities. We are one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America and the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States. Our broad national footprint provides opportunities in many career fields including sales, technical design/drafting, engineering, maintenance, I/T, administrative, production, warehousing, distribution and CDL truck driving. We're invested in cultivating a respectful workplace culture that attracts, connects, grows, and retains a talented workforce one where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Our people-centered approach to associate experience and engagement is rooted in our Core Values.

Responsibilities

• Receive, select, and load materials
• Operate forklift safely and efficiently
• Verify accuracy of orders after packaging and loading
• Provide basic customer service to internal and external customers
• Work with other team members to fulfill orders and complete tasks daily
• Maintain clean working area
• Follow all safety procedures (OSHA compliance)
• Perform daily safety checks on forklifts
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Basic: High school diploma, GED, or 2+ years equivalent experience
• Able to understand and follow safety/work instructions
• Comfortable with physical work in all weather conditions
• Ability to use hand tools and chainsaw
• Preferred: Forklift experience (sit-down/counterbalance)
• Familiarity with building materials
• Ability to measure and calculate material lengths

Work Environment

High traffic warehouse and yard Physically demanding; outdoors in all weather conditions

About Boise Cascade

Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for over half a century. Today we're one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America and the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States. Because our business is built on relationships, our associates are critical to our success. And we're committed to investing in them. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life from health and well-being, career, and community, to financial security and personal safety, with many benefits beginning on your first day of employment. We call it, Total Rewards.

Our Benefits

• Medical + Prescription Drug
• Dental + Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare + Dependent Care)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (20 days per year)
• Paid Holidays (10 per year)
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks)
• Life Insurance

Travel Required: No.

Behaviors

Required

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization