Forklift Operator (Shipping) - Rocky Creek Lumber

Rocky Creek Lumber

Forklift Operator (Shipping Department)

Georgia-Pacific Rocky Creek Lumber is now hiring a Forklift Operator for our Shipping Department for our lumber mill located in Frisco City, AL.

The Shipping Forklift Operator position creates value by loading trucks and railcars with finished product being sent out to customers by demonstrating self-motivation, a sense of urgency, and the ability to work on a team.

Salary:


* Starting pay is at $19.00/hour.


* You will have the ability to increase your compensation based on skills and contribution to the overall performance of the mill.


* Higher starting rates available depending on skills and experience.

Shift:


* Monday-Friday: Day Shift


* Candidates will need to be flexible and available to work any shift.

This will include overtime, holidays, and weekends based on Shipping needs.

What You Will Do:


* Adhere to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies and procedures and actively participating in the safety program.


* Load incoming trucks and rail cars with the proper product & weight for shipment.

Check orders for accuracy and ensure product is loaded as required.


* Commitment to quality ensuring packed product meets packaging standards as well as verification of labels.


* Ability to work well on a team and communicate amongst teammates, production, and/or supervisor when issues arise that need to be addressed.


* Ensure work area & Warehouse is neat and organized for inventory control purposes.

Housekeeping must be maintained each shift.


* Perform basic maintenance and housekeeping on forklift.


* Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications):


* A minimum of 6 months experience safely operating forklift within a Manufacturing, Distribution, or Industrial Production Environment.

What Will Put You Ahead:


* One (1) year or more experience driving and operating a forklift within a Manufacturing, Distribution, or Industrial Production Environment.


* Minimum two (2) years' experience within a Manufacturing environment.


* Basic math skills to figure customer load placement based on inventory.


* Experience using a computer for record keeping and documentation purposes.


* Experience performing basic maintenance on forklifts to include using a MOE system to enter work orders for forklift repair needs.

Other Considerations:


* Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to 12 hours a day.


* Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations including wearing safety equipment.


* Work in hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial environment.

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