Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Forte Opening Solutions • Northumberland, PA

20d

About The Position

The Forklift Operator transports raw materials to production workstations and handles products and materials throughout the plant. The role requires operating a forklift in populated and confined areas, including lifting, pulling, and pushing materials onto the forks from elevated heights. Operators perform safety checks and assessments on products and materials, collaborate with team members, communicate clearly, wear required PPE, and follow safety procedures. Day-to-day direction is provided by a supervisor.

This is a first-shift position from 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., paying $19.00–$20.00 per hour. The work involves handling products weighing up to 50 pounds and frequently getting on and off the lift truck to manually lift, slide, or flip door skins. A pre-employment background check and drug screen are required. Forte Opening Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• One year of forklift experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to work with products weighing up to 50 pounds throughout the day.
• Ability to frequently get on and off the lift truck and manually lift, slide, or flip door skins.
• Pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to lift, pull, and push materials onto forks, including from elevated heights.
• Navigate the plant, including populated and small areas.
• Perform safety checks and assessments on products and materials.
• Transport raw materials to production workstations.
• Support team members through collaboration and clear, concise communication.
• Wear PPE and follow safety procedures.
• Manually lift, slide, or flip door skins as needed.

What This Job Offers

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