Forklift Operator/Material Handler

Opportunity Overview Are you an experienced Forklift Operator who would thrives in a fast-paced team environment? If you have a background rooted in manufacturing, enjoy all facets of Operating a Forklift which encompass’ the safe operation of a forklift, while moving and staging very large material by lots in our storage yard. This position would also feed and offload material to our equipment. You would also support your team while working closely with our shop Supervisor and shop Foremen. You would be working in a safety team minded environment, does this look like a great fit for you? If so let us know by applying today! At Metal Works we are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees, client and customers thrive! We are passionate and we care about people. We keep our safety standards set very high and value our employees working to meet and beat that safety culture. If these values align with your values too; you will find our Yard Staff Forklift Operator position at Metal Works an enjoyable workplace where you can grow, learn and thrive in our culture of quality, ownership, adaptability, dedicated leadership and growth! Structure: The Forklift Operator is located In Oroville on an 18 acre lot with newly innovated technology both in our equipment and our software systems. You would report to the shop Supervisor and be supported by the fellow yard staff, working closely with our structural shop, and our Misc. Department. The nature of this role requires that you keep safety in mind when loading, staging and offloading material as you will be handling structural steel that can be as long as 60 feet, weighing thousands of pounds. You will be directly responsible for the organization of our processed material, so being detail orientated and organized is a must. Daily inspection of the forklift maintenance check list is key to keeping our equipment in safe and proper working order. You would become forklift certified through Metal Works and be a part of keeping the Processed material in the yard orderly and organized. Overtime may be required from time to time. These are just a mile high view of responsibilities in this growing position. Your Day-to-Day: · Keep in close contact with the Shop Supervisor for any and all issues, guidance, concerns, ideas, safety items, forklift maintenance, etc. · Perform daily forklift maintenance/safety check at the start of every shift. · Stage all Processed material in correct locations · Load Raw material and unload Processed material form CNC equipment · Feed the shop with processed material. · Flip, rotate, and or relocate members to designated areas. · Maintain the yard, including cleaning and maintaining dunnage levels. · Load or unload any third party deliveries as needed. · Strong communication skillset · Solid problem resolution and negotiation skills What You Bring to the Team: · Experience working in manufacturing · Previous forklift experience required · Must keep safety in mind at all times. · High level of organization. · Ability to multitask and prioritize is a must. · Solid problem resolution and positive team player who is results oriented · Ability to work under pressure. · Ability to work in a team environment as well as across the organization · Must be able to lift up to 50lbs to a height of 3-4 feet, to move or load material. · Must be able remain stationary either standing or sitting for extended periods of time. · Repetitive motion may be required. · Must be able to work in extreme temperatures, hot or cold, during inclement weather, and while exposed to the elements. Work Environment: · This position works in and out of a warehouse. · The role involve exposure to moving machinery, noise, varying temperatures, and working both indoor…

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