Forklift Operator

Johns Manville•Fernley, NV

38d•Onsite

About The Position

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy. A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments. This is a Temp-to-Hire Forklift Operator role—an amazing opportunity to get your foot in the door with a company known for stability, growth, and taking care of its people. In this role, you’ll help bring JM’s core values to life by supporting daily warehouse operations, keeping things running smoothly, and contributing to a positive, safe work environment. If you’re dependable, team‑oriented, and enjoy hands-on work, you’ll feel right at home here.

Requirements

High School Diploma required
Minimum of 1 year experience in warehouse and distribution
Forklift experience required, sit down, propane preferred
Ability to load and unload flatbeds and dry vans
Good communication skills
Integrity
Time management
Organizational skills
Basic computer skills
Understanding of appointment system
The ability to stand for extended periods.
The ability to manually lift, push or pull at least 50 pounds safely and with proper body mechanics, sometimes while in awkward positions.
Use of hands (repetitive motion, grabbing, feeling, sensing, pulling).
The ability to work safely in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful work environment.
The ability to safely and effectively work in an often-dusty work environment that experiences a broad range of temperatures (very hot to very cold).
The ability to withstand the rigors of working a 12(or 8)-hour rotating shift schedule.
The ability to bend, stoop or kneel repetitively.
The ability to reach or work above the shoulder.
Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

Show initiative in supporting safety, plant wide.
Participate on committees as required.
Identify and report any mechanical or operational difficulty with truck, car or other equipment.
Uses safe work practices and always reports hazardous conditions.
Ensure accurate order picking.
Ensure orders meet shipping and receiving deadlines.
Ensure high quality loading workmanship.
Maximize FIFO and reduce scrap cost.
Maximize storage space for finish good materials and staging area.
Achieve company objectives and both internal and external customer expectations.
Ensure storage and distribution meet high housekeeping standards.
Ensure department's continuous compliance with internal and external policies and procedures.
Assist in cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy and metrics are met.
Ensure proper operation of equipment and housekeeping standards are maintained and filed.
Complete special projects directed by distribution center manager and senior management.
Assist with all receiving and shipping functions.