Forklift Operator - J.D. Irving : Job Details

Job DescriptionIrving Forest Products, Inc a growing company on the leading edge of technology in the sawmill industry.We are currently seeking a full time outside forklift operator to join our team. The individual we are looking for needs to be safety oriented, energetic and able to follow instruction. This is a fulltime afternoon position that answers to the shipping supervisor. This position offers a competitive wage - $18-$20 dollars per hour. We offer an excellent benefits package:

• 401K with company match
• Medical insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Reimbursement Accounts
• Annual Uniform Credit
• Vacation and Holiday Pay

Responsibilities

• Help truck drivers and provide assistance when needed in order to help them find and load yard items.
• Pull and stage orders, as well as load and unload trucks for delivery of products in an efficient and productive manner.
• Insure items are stocked and located in proper locations-this includes returned items, special order items, and newly purchased items.
• Ensure orders are pulled and loaded accurately, according to system documentation.
• Upkeep of all yard areas-inventory is organized, neat and orderly, trash is removed, and areas are free of clutter.
• Maintain daily maintenance checks for forklifts with regards to safety and servicing.
• Adhere to company safety rules and procedures.
• All other request as assigned by supervisor or company management.
• Must be a U.S citizen or be authorized to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions.
• Ability to read and interoperate documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Forklift experience required.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Required to lift a up to 50 pounds.