Forklift Operator

PARR•Vancouver, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

PARR is a total source for homebuilding supplies, solutions, and services, specializing in providing building materials to professional home builders. The company is known for its Legendary Service and quality products. The Forklift Operator plays a crucial role in supporting the company's mission by safely and efficiently loading truss packs for drivers, with accuracy being key to saving time and money. This position involves assisting other yard employees as needed and daily interaction with the General Manager, Yard Employees, Customer Service Employees, and Truck Drivers. PARR is a family-owned company with 90 years in business, holding a well-established reputation as a leader in the building material supply industry in the United States.

Requirements

OSHA Certified Forklift License
Ability to speak, write, and read English required
Knowledge of dimension lumber and panel products and other building materials
Ability to read and interpret "pick tickets" and invoices
Ability to concentrate and attend to detail amidst a busy work environment
Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
Must be able to grasp, talk, hear, and operate a computer and keyboard
Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds and carry objects 50 feet
Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Must be able to drive a vehicle when necessary
Ability to cover different shifts when necessary

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
Class C driver's license or reliable alternative transportation
Acceptable driving record preferred

Responsibilities

Utilizes Forklift or Heavy Machinery to unload and load crane trucks
Builds safe and efficient loads of building materials by correctly reading load sheets and invoices
Loads trucks in order of delivery schedule and in accordance with local and state laws and regulations
Ensures loads are complete and all items on paperwork are loaded on truck
Checks loads for banding order and quality, reports any quality issues to management and/or helps to fix the issue
Puts stock away
Clears racks when needed so build tables can continue to produce without delay
Stages floor packs so they are ready when logistics comes to get them, loads floor packs onto logistics trucks
Receive delivered inventory by properly inspecting paperwork for accuracy and by depositing inventory in designated locations
Opens and closes yard as needed
Keeps forklift clean
Ensures that appropriate paper work is completed as per company policy
Check all paperwork for accuracy
Maintain yard cleanliness during course of day
Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

Everyone starts earning 2 weeks of vacation per year on day 1, and gains an additional day every year worked up to 4 weeks off
Employee paid sick days
7 holidays
Standard medical plan with a very low $1,000 deductible
Dental, Vision, EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Massage, Chiropractic and Acupuncture coverage
FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Childcare pretax spending programs
Up to 50% match on the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k) after 1 year of employment and fully vested at the end of your 3rd year
In addition to the 401(k) match, there a 3% profit share contribution to the 401(k), with Board approval
Tuition reimbursement (up to $2,500/year)
Annual profit sharing (every full time employee who worked the full year earned a minimum of $525 for the 2024 year)
$1,000 referral bonus
Transparent pay structure
Opportunity for merit increases and promotions
Safe place to work