Forklift Operator / Shipping Clerk

Benefits

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Full job description

• $17 - $20 / hr

• 1st
• 10 hour shifts
• Monday - Thursday

• Health, vision, dental
• 401(k) + match
• PTO

• Execute Safe Material Handling – Maneuver forklifts safely in a busy manufacturing environment, transporting raw materials and finished goods without damage to the product or facility.
• Supply Production Workstations – proactively keep fabricators and assemblers stocked with the materials they need to maintain production flow.
• Load & Unload Deliveries – Efficiently load and unload trucks, checking incoming goods for damage and ensuring outgoing shipments are secure.
• Secure & Palletize Goods – Use wraps, strapping, and pallets to safely stack and secure materials for transport or storage, ensuring stability.
• Maintain Inventory Accuracy – Keep updated records of inventory movements and activity logs to ensure we always know where materials are located.
• Ensure Shop Safety & Cleanliness – Keep operating areas free from spills, obstructions, and debris. You are responsible for the safety of your path.
• Perform Equipment Maintenance – Conduct regular checks on forklift equipment for faults or damages and report issues immediately to maintenance.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in forklift operation
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be able to pass a fitness for duty test
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, bend, squat, and crouch regularly
• Proven track record of reliability, promptness, and working independently

• Experience moving long, heavy, or non-standard loads (e.g., metal sheets, lumber, pipe)
• Valid Forklift Certification
• Basic computer skills for inventory logging

• Safety Captain – You never cut corners. You honk at intersections, check your blind spots, and ensure your load is stable every single time.
• Spatial Thinker – You can look at a 20-foot crate and a tight aisle and know instantly if it will fit or how to maneuver it.
• Material Guardian – You understand that the metal on your forks is expensive and critical to a project. You handle it with precision to avoid scratches or dents.
• Reliable Teammate – You show up on time, ready to work, and don't need a supervisor to tell you what needs to be moved next.

• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Disability insurance