Forklift Operator

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Job Summary

Responsible for operating forklifts and supports material handling in a fast-paced lumber and rebar fabrication environment. Maintains a safe and organized workspace while assisting with production flow. Demonstrates White Cap's TRUSTED values by working collaboratively, staying dependable under pressure, and ensuring materials are handled with care and accuracy.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Operates forklifts to move, load, and unload lumber, rebar, and other materials safely and efficiently.
• Assists machine operators by tying and untying bundles, cutting tie wire, and shaking steel.
• Sorts and separates orders to support accurate and timely production and delivery.
• Inspects materials for quality and reports any damage or discrepancies.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Follows all safety protocols and contributes to a culture of safety and accountability.
• Communicates clearly with team members to coordinate material flow and task completion.
• Supports inventory control by accurately placing and retrieving materials.

Nature and Scope

• Refers complex, unusual problems to supervisor.

• Under general supervision, exercises some judgment in accordance with well-defined policies, procedures, and techniques. Work typically involves regular review of output by a senior coworker or supervisor.

• None.

Work Environment

• Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds in a physical environment. Ability to stand for periods of time up to and exceeding 60 minutes. Ability to make repetitive movements, such as using a 10-key or calculator, bending, or squatting.

• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience

• HS Diploma or GED strongly preferred. Specialized skills training/certification may be required. Generally, 2-5 years of experience in area of responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year but less than 3 years experience operating powered forklifts.
• Forklift Certification.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations. OSHA Certification License required.

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