Forklift Driver - Shipping & Receiving at Lumber Plant

United Treating & Distribution, LLC•Muscle Shoals, AL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping & Receiving Forklift Driver is responsible for safely and efficiently loading and unloading inbound and outbound trucks, ensuring that all lumber/building products are handled with care and in accordance with order specifications. This role maintains accurate shipping and receiving documentation, follows UTD safety and operational standards, and supports smooth yard operations by working collaboratively with team members and leadership. Loading and unloading inbound and outbound trucks. This is a full-time position. Generally, days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, including some Saturdays from 5:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Weekly work schedules are shared in advance. This position is paid hourly and eligible for overtime pay. No travel is expected for this position.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license
Forklift experience: Must have UTD forklift certification, forklift permit, or the ability to demonstrate safe handling of a forklift in an on-site test.

Nice To Haves

Warehouse and/or manufacturing experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Always adhere to yard rules of operation.
Maintain and protect all property entrusted to you in excellent condition.
Load and unload wood daily carefully while not damaging the wood.
Load proper wood according to the order details and notes.
Properly complete daily paperwork associated with loading and unloading trucks (half-pack sheets, sign-off on loads, and proper counts).
Unload and tag wood properly on inbound loads.
Meet production goals as set by Management.
Operate machinery per UTD, OSHA, and product-specific standards.
Attend daily pre-shift meetings.
Communicate needs and issues directly to Team Lead.
Complete all daily paperwork necessary to operate the equipment.
Be on time and in compliance with the Company Handbook.
Any other tasks assigned by the VP of Operations or Operations Manager.