Forklift Operator

Rex Lumber, LLC.•Graceville, FL, Graceville, FL, US, FL

2d•$0 - $16

About The Position

The Forklift Operator works in Rex Lumber’s Shipping/Planer Mill Department, operating lifts, industrial trucks, tractors, and other equipment to move, load, unload, and stack materials around mills, warehouses, and the log yard. The role includes routine equipment maintenance, identifying and reporting malfunctions, maintaining a clean work area, and following company and area-specific safety procedures. This is a full-time position requiring 55+ hours, typically Monday through Friday with an occasional Saturday.

Requirements

At least 1 year of forklift operating experience.
Adequate fitness and stamina for strenuous, physically demanding tasks.
Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions from supervisors.
Ability to clearly explain problems or give instructions to others to help keep operations running smoothly.
Ability to perform the job with limited supervision.
Understanding of basic machine components and operation, including working around moving mechanical parts and vibrations.
Punctuality and ability to stay on task to support output and production goals.
Ability to work well in an industrial environment and as part of a team.
Ability to work a 12-hour shift.
Ability to walk, climb, or stand for extended periods; bend, stoop, stretch, twist, and reach with the body, arms, or legs.
Ability to work outdoors in all conditions and around loud equipment.
Ability to work in a harness at heights over 4 feet.
Ability to lift 50 pounds throughout the work shift.

Responsibilities

Operate diesel-powered trucks to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
Operate lifting devices to load, unload, transport, and stack materials.
Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment, including cleaning, lubricating, recharging batteries, and fueling.
Stop or reset equipment when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor.
Participate in the action planning process.
Operate machinery, forklifts, or other equipment as required.
Clean the work area and surrounding areas, keeping them free of debris.
Perform other duties assigned by a supervisor.
Follow area- and machine-center-specific safety regulations and company safety rules.
Wear required personal protective equipment, including a hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and reflective wear.
Avoid restricted areas and report unsafe or improperly functioning equipment to a supervisor.
Request assistance when a task exceeds individual knowledge and inspect equipment and the work area before operation.
Use standard lockout procedures when appropriate and proper lifting techniques.
Never approach a saw while it is running.