Forklift Operator

WHY DO WE NEED YOU? Job Summary The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating powered industrial trucks to move, load, unload, stack, and organize materials within the facility. This position supports production, shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations while maintaining inventory accuracy, following company safety standards, and ensuring materials are handled with care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Operate forklift (sit down/propane) in a safe and controlled manner. Load and unload trucks, trailers, pallets, containers, and production materials as assigned. Move raw materials, finished goods, and supplies to designated storage, staging, production, or shipping areas. Inspect loads for stability, proper wrapping, damage, and accuracy before transporting. Use inventory systems, paperwork, or other tracking methods to verify materials and maintain accurate records. Perform pre-shift forklift inspections and report equipment defects, safety concerns, or maintenance needs immediately. Follow all site traffic rules, pedestrian safety requirements, speed limits, and designated travel paths. Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas, aisles, dock areas, and storage locations. Support cycle counts, inventory checks, product rotation, and material reconciliation as needed. Assist shipping, receiving, warehouse, and production teams with material flow and operational priorities. Comply with company policies, safety procedures, PPE requirements, and all applicable regulatory standards. Immediately report incidents, near misses, spills, damaged materials, or unsafe conditions to supervision. IS THIS JOB FOR YOU? Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. Previous forklift or warehouse experience preferred. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be trained, certified, and authorized to operate powered industrial trucks in accordance with company and regulatory requirements. Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions, safety procedures, labels, and shipping or receiving documentation. Basic math, counting, and inventory verification skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong attention to safety, detail, and material accuracy. Ability to safely maneuver equipment in tight areas, around pedestrians, and near production or storage equipment. Good communication skills and ability to report issues promptly and professionally. Ability to prioritize work assignments and respond to changing operational needs. Familiarity with warehouse management systems, RF scanners, or inventory tracking tools preferred. Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area and follow 5S or housekeeping standards. A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fence, decking, railing, trim, insulation, drywall, and ceilings. A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com LEGAL STATEMENT Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered vet…

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