Yard Associate Union at Mead Lumber in Butte, MT

Company Overview: Mead Lumber Company is a leading provider of building products to professional contractors, and remodelers. We have 50+ Operating locations across 9 Midwestern states. 100% employee-owned, we are the 12th largest building material suppliers to professional builders in the country. We continue to grow and are in search of driven individuals who desire an opportunity to apply and strengthen their skills.

Job Summary: The primary responsibility of a Yard Associate is to receive, stock, label, and track materials entering and exiting the yard as well as loading customer orders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Learn company products, procedures, culture, and customer service philosophy.
• Unload and load trucks and/or customers accurately in accordance to invoices.
• Organize, label, and store materials in accordance with protocols.
• Safely operate equipment and follow company policies.
• Accurately record all merchandise returns on a credit memo, put materials in designated return area, and ensure return to vendor.
• Listen to and assist customers.
• Maintain a clean working environment.
• Participate in company functions and meetings.

Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Qualifications:

• Union membership is required.
• Must be able to work Saturdays.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to work in the elements.
• Physical ability to lift and carry 80+ pounds at times.
• Ability to bend, stoop, twist, and move freely in the performance of the job.
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn and grow professionally.
• Ability to react quickly to problems and respond to them accurately and professionally.
• Positive and energetic attitude.
• Pays close attention to detail and a quick learner.
• Possess a high level of initiative.
• Able to follow directions and work as a team.

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 that very few companies offer.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Mead Lumber Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, age, pregnancy, marital status, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected basis prohibited by law.