Forklift Operator

Position Summary Keeps materials and finished goods moving safely and efficiently, from receiving freight to staging raw lumber to hauling waste. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Forklift Operation & Freight Handling Complete a pre-shift inspection of the forklift, report any defects or safety concerns to the supervisor, and do not operate equipment that is unsafe. Drive the forklift safely and efficiently, following all work rules and safe operating procedures. Follow plant traffic rules, wear the seat belt at all times, and yield to pedestrians. Operate the forklift indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions and within space constraints. Refuel gasoline and diesel units and charge or change batteries on electric units, following safe procedures. Inspect incoming freight for quantity, correct material, and condition, and report any inaccuracies or damage to management. Take full responsibility for maintaining quality and minimizing damage to finished goods and raw materials during transport, loading, unloading, and material layout for production. Transport waste for disposal and to the rework process. Warehouse Organization & Material Preparation Plan and organize warehouse space to accommodate inventory, including finished goods and raw lumber sorted by species, thickness, and length. Sort and organize raw materials to meet production schedules and process requirements, including species, thickness, length, and blank thickness, width, and length. Stack lumber coming from the planer, arranging boards into sturdy units of standard width for easy transport and storage. Band piles securely for transport. Pick up all 4x4 pilers and close the warehouse doors at the end of each shift. Keep traffic ways and roadways clear through the plant, in and out of the warehouses, and around loading docks and large entry doors. Safety, Documentation & Communication Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety rules and procedures. Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, loading schedules, freight slips, and inventory and production reports. Maintain effective relationships and communication with management and co-workers. Assist other forklift drivers when time permits. Perform other duties as assigned. Physical Demands & Work Environment Physical Demands Regularly sit, drive, and climb up and down off the forklift. Occasionally walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop and kneel. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Vision and depth perception adequate to operate powered equipment safely. Hearing adequate to detect warning signals and communicate in a noisy plant environment. Work Environment Work is performed indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, with regular exposure to noise, dust, vehicle traffic, and changes in temperature. Required PPE must be worn. Required Qualifications & Skills Education & Experience Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months of forklift operating experience and/or training. Must complete Ferche's forklift training and operator evaluation before operating equipment independently. Demonstrated history of safe work practices. Skills & Requirements Mechanical aptitude, including skill in the operation and care of forklift equipment. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent. Ability to work as a team member, with good communication skills. Self-motivated and quality-conscious, with a positive attitude and a proactive approach to the work. Good attendance. Ability to work overtime when additional hours and production are required to meet customer delivery schedules. Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and to comply with Ferche's Substance Abuse Policy. Benefits: Along with m…

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