Forklift Operator - Carrollton

Weyerhaeuser • Carrollton, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Weyerhaeuser Distribution is a leader in distributing building products for residential, light commercial and home improvement applications worldwide. We have an immediate opening for a Forklift and Building Materials Operator. The primary activities in our operations department include unloading railcars/trucks of building materials, cycle counting, storing materials, breaking full units down into custom orders, and loading outbound trucks. Our distribution facility is located in Carrollton, Texas and we are one of the largest building material distributors in the Dallas Ft Worth market. We take great pride in servicing our customers in a safe and team-based environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience operating a sit-down forklift with 9,000 to 17,500-pound forklift capacity
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move or slide up to 100 pounds
• Willingness to work outside in the elements five days a week and occasional Saturdays depending on business needs
• Computer skills: SAP or other Warehouse Management Systems
• Ability to work cohesively in a team environment with strong attention to detail and accuracy

Nice To Haves

• 2 or more years of experience operating a 9,000 to 17,500-pound forklift
• Wood products cutting experience
• Building materials distribution work experience/ background
• Knowledge of building materials/construction background

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain propane or gas forklift to move products from stock lines to staging and/or cut stations
• Safely load products
• Ensure accountability for personal safety and the safety of others by addressing any unsafe practices observed
• Wear all personal protective equipment required
• Accurately perform basic math skills such as adding, subtracting and multiplying
• Accurately count units, record totals and document shipping and receiving activities
• Develop in depth knowledge of building material products and warehouse operations
• Be highly attentive and adaptive to warehouse routines
• Commit to quality, efficiency and continuous process improvement

Benefits

• Medical + Prescription, Dental + Vision for you and your family
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Retirement Plan Options with Employer Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid vacation time
• Disability Benefits, Parental Leave
• Competitive base pay and a site performance bonus plan
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED