Forklift Operator(Req. 18554)

Pacific Coast Building Products•Boise, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Basalite Building Products, LLC manufactures concrete masonry products and is part of the Pacific Coast Building Products Family of Companies. Under the supervision of the Plant Manager, the Forklift Operator loads, transports, and unloads materials using a forklift and supports the company’s Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation, and Financial Success. The role performs other related duties as assigned. The position is based in a plant and outdoor yard environment, with exposure to moving machinery and mechanical parts, trucks in congested traffic areas, dust, dirt, mud, fumes or airborne particles, loud noise, and heat or cold. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required. The job involves standing, walking, sitting, bending, twisting, climbing or balancing, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching, and grasping. Occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds is required; the employee may also be required to lift or move up to 75 pounds. This is a regular, full-time position with an hourly salary range of $18.00–$19.00, depending on experience. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, disability benefits, life insurance, a 401(k), a profit-sharing retirement plan, and wellness programs. Employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screening; depending on the position, a background check and/or credit check may also be required.

Requirements

Basic math, reading, and writing skills.
On-the-job training experience to perform the duties.
Ability to operate a forklift and any other equipment required for the duties.
Ability to communicate effectively with peers, customers, and superiors.
Ability to listen and follow directions.
Availability for overtime when needed, including weekend shifts.
Predictable and regular attendance.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

Prepare and inspect empty pallets for daily production; keep pallet magazine dispensers loaded and ensure pallets are in good condition.
Print material tags for daily production.
Place inventory in the correct location and keep special-order products in rows B and C organized by project name and customer.
Arrange products in the yard and keep them straight and orderly; organize and move pallets to yard locations as needed.
Check products for quality issues.
Dump skip buckets containing broken or damaged products and waste material at the end of the shift.
Help sweep all plant areas at the end of the shift.
Verify and reconcile paperwork for dry-side counts.
Perform daily forklift safety inspections; maintain and fuel the forklift, including checking and maintaining oil and water.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Attend safety meetings, follow company and governmental safety rules, and report and help correct hazardous conditions.
Work overtime when needed, including weekend shifts, and maintain predictable, regular attendance.
Perform other related duties as assigned.