Forklift Operator - Day Shift
About The Position
American Lumber is seeking an experienced and dependable Forklift Operator for its remanufacturing facility in Bryan, Texas. The role supports daily plant operations by safely and efficiently moving lumber, loading and unloading trucks, and keeping materials organized and accessible for production and shipping. The operator stages lumber for production, transports finished products to designated storage areas, conducts routine equipment inspections, and communicates with production and shipping teams to keep materials moving while preventing damage to products and equipment. Applicants must have prior forklift experience moving bundles of lumber or similar products. The position reports to the Shipping Manager and works closely with operations to support production goals.
Requirements
- Prior forklift experience moving bundles of lumber or similar products.
- Safe and attentive equipment operation.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to handle large, heavy loads in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Consistent attendance, teamwork, and a strong work ethic.
Responsibilities
- Operate a forklift to load and unload bundles of lumber.
- Transport lumber into the plant and place it in designated pre-staging areas.
- Stage lumber for production and transport finished products to designated storage areas.
- Keep materials organized and accessible for production and shipping.
- Complete routine forklift inspections.
- Assist with monthly inventory counts.
- Communicate with production and shipping teams to keep materials moving and prevent damage to products and equipment.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Benefits
- Up to 40 hours of paid vacation within the first 90 days.
- Perfect Attendance Bonus: $1 per scheduled hour worked, paid weekly; consecutive weeks earn $2 per scheduled hour worked, paid weekly.
- Safety Incentive Program with quarterly rewards and a special annual award for injury-free performance.
- Weekly pay via direct deposit.
- Opportunities for advancement and skill development.
- On-the-job training.
- Company-provided PPE.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Health insurance.
- Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Dental and vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Paid vacation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
