Fork Lift Operator

L & Jg Stickley • Manlius, NY

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About The Position

The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating material‑handling equipment to support production, loading and inventory. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment L & J. G. Stickley, Inc. (Stickley) is a leader in the furniture manufacturing and retail industries, with brands that are respected and cherished worldwide. With over 125 years in furniture manufacturing, and more than 80 years as a furniture retailer, Stickley ( www.stickley.com ) is the proud employer of nearly 800 talented individuals. We have three manufacturing facilities, multiple corporate-owned retail showrooms, and a global distribution network. The compensation range provided in this job posting is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Stickley considers factors including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training. Stickley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Read and Interpret part drawings.
• Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts such as adding, counting, subtracting, multiplying, dividing and knowledge of weights and measure, utilize measuring tools such as tape measures and other measuring devices to sufficiently handle job tasks
• Inspect parts for quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Maintain powered industrial truck training/licensing for material handling and recertify every 3 years.
• Operate material handling equipment including but not limited to forklifts, side loaders, scissor lifts, and pallet movers.
• Load and unload tractor trailers and plan the layout and maintenance of lumber storage and maintain inventory procedures.
• Ensure safety standards are maintained at all times and that equipment operation is conducted based on established operating procedures
• Ability to operate facility equipment as required in assigned area
• Physically able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle and move items weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• holidays
• health, prescription and dental insurances
• Company paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible spending account
• Generous employee discount

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees