Forklift Operator - Springfield Plywood Shipping-Swing Shift

Swanson Group, Inc.•Springfield, OR

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Since our founding in 1951, Swanson Group has proudly remained a multigenerational, family-owned company. We are committed to fostering a welcome and supportive workplace where every team member is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. At Swanson Group, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, working alongside dedicated employees who share a passion for excellence. We believe in building a culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and long-term success. Explore our current job openings and discover how you can become a valued member of the Swanson Group family today! The main purpose of the shipping loader operator is to maintain an accurate inventory by utilizing our inventory systems in place such as crystal reports, scanners, order profiles and pick lists. Operators will use propane powered forklifts to perform most job duties. Other duties will include but are not limited to sweeping and maintaining clean work environment, inspecting and repackaging damaged units, verifying tickets for orders, and offloading/handling all company products. Power tools may be necessary to perform certain functions of the job.

Requirements

Must be a trained and certified forklift driver
Able to load plywood/veneer in an efficient and highly organized manner with minimal damage
Be familiar with various plywood layups
Organization and time management skills are required
Must be constantly aware of his/her surroundings
Communicate with others via face-to-face communication
Work with little supervision
Must be self-directed in identifying and efficiently completing each next task
Work with computers and multiple Microsoft products

Responsibilities

Use forklift to load/unload trucks and railcars.
Finish railcars by safely securing cables and doors.
Stage and prep orders of plywood and veneer according to sales orders for shipments.
Manage inventory by shipping oldest products first and combining jags.
Send emails to company staff as needed.
Use computer and Microsoft programs to process orders, manage supporting shipping tools, and maintain accurate inventory levels.
Accurately identify products/tags on all products according to company specs/guidelines.
Inspect units and repackage/repair as needed. This includes combining jags.
Communicate with leadership and team members about job hazards and resources needed.
Maintain cleanliness of shipping warehouse and other areas of the mill as needed or assigned by manager.
Be responsible for cleanup activity during down time, changeovers or between shifts, consisting of removing veneer scraps/debris from the work area using a broom, rake or shovel.
Rotate to different positions for cross training purposes or to facilitate production.
Assist with Finish End Department drivers as needed.
Assist Co-Workers or maintenance personnel in basic maintenance and upkeep of forklift.
Communicate quality issues identified on products to shipping manager immediately.
Perform other job duties as assigned.