Forklift Operator - Production Support

Job Title: Forklift Operator - Production Support

Posting Start Date: 3/13/26

Division: Doors

Posting Area: Operations + Manufacturing

Job Location: Leesburg, GA

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About Woodgrain:

Woodgrain is one of the top millwork operations in the world, with locations throughout the United States and Chile. With 70 years of quality manufacturing craftsmanship and service, Woodgrain is a topproducer of mouldings, doors, and windows, as well as a premier distributor of specialty building products. Woodgrain Inc. is headquartered in Fruitland, Idaho with six divisions and over 45 manufacturing and warehouse facilities in the United States and South America. Since 1954, Woodgrain is proud to be family owned and operated.

Job Description

Position Title: Forklift Operator - Production Support
Division: Doors

Purpose:

The Forklift Operator - Production Support is responsible for safely and efficiently transporting materials throughout the facility to support production operations. This position primarily ensures production lines are supplied with the necessary materials and that finished goods and components are moved between departments as required. The operator may also assist with shipping activities when needed.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Safely operate forklift equipment to transport raw materials, components, and finished goods throughout the facility.
• Deliver materials to production lines in a timely manner to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Move finished product and work-in-progress materials between departments or staging areas.
• Remove scrap, pallets, and unused materials from production areas to maintain an organized workspace.
• Assist production teams with staging and organizing materials for upcoming production runs.
• Maintain accurate inventory movements using handheld devices or system transactions when required.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of materials to prevent damage or quality issues.
• Assist the shipping department with loading or staging trucks when necessary.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with plant housekeeping standards.
• Use proper PPE while performing all job duties.
• Adhere to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure accuracy and quality in all tasks performed.
• Assist with other production functions as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of two (2) years of forklift operating experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Ability to safely maneuver forklifts in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively.
• Ability to work well and collaborate in a team environment.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to use handheld scanners or computers to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions to complete assigned tasks.
• Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, and other PPE as required.
• Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial environment.
• High level of attention to detail.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with a Company Match
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D
• Employer Paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Hospital and Accident Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 8 Company Paid Holidays & 1 Floating Holiday
• Paid Time Off (PTO)