Shipping Forklift Operator

Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Shipping Forklift Operator to join our dynamic team. In this role you will work closely with the shipping department to prepare Roof and Floor Truss loads for delivery on the East Coast. This position will work 6:30 am to 3:00 pm Monday to Friday and overtime as necessary Duties & Responsibilities: Assemble floor and roof loads accurately - marking off trusses on yard reports and loading trailers in a safe manner. Ensure that each load has the correct hangers per the yard report. Confidently load, unload and move materials, staging products and ensuring accurate and secure loads for transportation. Communicate effectively with team members, Engineered Wood Products Department and the Shipping Coordinator concerning outstanding work and banding. Assist with banding and pictures for each load. Other duties as assigned: assist with yard cleanup, tarping when necessary, cleaning trusses and banding. Requirements: Previous Forklift experience with Wooden Truss components or large lumberyard products. Experience with Combilift equipment up to 17,000 pound capacity or similar size multidirectional forklifts preferred. Must have excelled math, logic and reasoning skills to build loads suitable for delivery and will meet all state and federal guidelines. Must be able to effectively communicate and work in a team including contracted delivery drivers MUST be willing to operate a forklift in all types of weather. Knowledge of floor and roof truss assembly including lumber grade and quality helpful but not required. Bend, squat, crawl, walk, push/pull lumber, reach above shoulder level, use fine finger movements & carry/lift upwards of 50 pounds when required Candidates will have to pass a drug screen, background check and must meet the physical demands and essential functions of the job by passing a workplace physical, which includes bending, squatting, kneeling and be able to lift 20 lbs overhead and move as much as 50 lbs. as required. Equal Opportunity Employer. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $20.00 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Gym membership Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience: Forklift: 2 years (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Ability to Commute: Westminster, MD 21158 (Required) Work Location: In person

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