Yard Helper/Load Builder

About the Company

Mead Lumber Company is a leading provider of products for professional contractors, builders, and remodelers. With 50+ operating locations across nine Midwestern states, we are proud to be 100% employee-owned and ranked as the 12th largest building material supplier to professional builders in the U.S. At Mead Lumber, we strive to create a team that works and succeeds together every day in an authentic, team-oriented setting.

Why Join Us

• Employee Ownership: As a 100% employee-owned company, you will have a stake in our shared success.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling options that support your lifestyle.
• Career Growth: We are committed to your professional development, providing ongoing learning and advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Stage loads for delivery or will call (accurately pull correct products from picking ticket).
• Load and unload trucks as needed.
• Operate a forklift in a safe and proper manner, according to company procedures/protocols.
• Follow all safety procedures, ensuring all staff adhere to them as well.
• Put away products in proper bin locations.
• Help customers in the yard as needed.
• Work well with others.
• Build lumber packs in a timely and accurate manner.

Requirements

• Ability to analyze technical problems, determine root causes, and develop remediation strategies for permanent resolutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Available for occasional overtime.
• Must be able to lift 60 lbs. and stand or walk for extended periods (8–10 hours per day).
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Ability to perform basic math skills.
• Ability to follow directions, take initiative, and be coachable.
• Honest, dependable, punctual, and demonstrates a high level of integrity.
• Strong organizational, customer service, and teamwork skills with a positive attitude.
• Maintain a strong focus on customer satisfaction while completing daily tasks.

Qualifications

Forklift and load-building skills are not required but are preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with those skills.

Benefits

• Once eligible, you will participate in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), a unique benefit that can provide a financial source for your future/retirement.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 100% Employer Paid Group Term Life, AD&D, and STD
• Additional Voluntary Life, AD&D, and LTD
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Plan
• Scholarship & Tuition Assistance Programs
• Employee Assistance Program