Fork Truck Opr_Components Plant

84 Lumber Company • Cartersville, GA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

84 Lumber is hiring a Fork Truck Operator to support operations at its truss manufacturing plant. The role involves safely moving lumber, trusses, and other materials through a fast-paced, high-volume production environment, staging materials for production and shipment, and helping maintain timely production flow. The position includes training in all areas of the Yard Department, including operation of mobile and fixed equipment, with required training hours and a practical test to qualify as an operator.

The schedule information identifies the role as 1st shift in the overview and lists 1st and 2nd shifts under Schedule. Associates must meet grooming and hygiene requirements and wear an 84 Lumber shirt, work pants, work boots, and assigned PPE. Full-time associate benefits are listed in the posting.

Requirements

• Forklift experience is preferred; manufacturing or lumber environment experience is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume production setting.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts at 8–12 times production capacity.
• Ability to lift and handle heavy materials throughout the shift.
• Must authorize a background check.
• Must pass a urinalysis drug screening.
• Able to read and write in their primary language.
• Organizational skills.
• Basic math skills.
• 84 Components Fork Truck License.
• Makes timely and sound decisions and uses resources wisely.
• Displays a positive, can-do attitude and maintains composure when faced with difficult situations.

Nice To Haves

• Forklift experience, preferably in a manufacturing or lumber environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently within the truss manufacturing plant.
• Move lumber, trusses, and materials to and from production lines.
• Stage raw materials and finished trusses for production and shipment.
• Load and unload trucks in accordance with safety and quality standards.
• Support production flow by ensuring materials are delivered on time.
• Perform daily forklift inspections and report maintenance issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow safety policies, OSHA regulations, and plant procedures.
• Train in all areas of the Yard Department, including operating various types of mobile and fixed equipment such as forklifts and loaders.
• Interpret operational procedures and parameters, including Job Safety Analysis and Work Instructions.
• Perform additional duties as needed.
• Recommend improvements to make the workplace safer for self and others.
• Demonstrate dependable attendance and work completion, and flexibility to meet business needs.
• Work well with team members or independently and give and receive feedback constructively.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) and profit sharing.
• Paid sick, personal, and vacation time.
• Holiday pay.
• Employee referral program with earnings of up to $1,000 per referral, with no cap.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed