Forklift Operator

USG Corporation • Sweetwater, FL

5d

About The Position

The Forklift Operator works in a plant warehouse setting, handling finished products and raw materials. The role uses a forklift to move materials to and from trucks, railcars, and the production line, and supports accurate, timely order fulfillment and shipment. The operator also records shipping information, helps troubleshoot and maintain equipment, and participates in plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

The schedule is a rotating 8-hour shift: 6 a.m.–2 p.m., 2 p.m.–10 p.m., or 10 p.m.–6 a.m. The position is in the Supply Chain department and pays $27.50 per hour; the rate may be adjusted based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Requirements

• Ability to safely operate a forklift in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to inspect and troubleshoot a forklift to detect issues and maximize operational availability.
• Ability to interpret verbal instructions and written documents such as customer orders.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.
• Ability to accurately record shipping data.
• Basic maintenance skills to help service equipment.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills with coworkers.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety and housekeeping requirements in the plant warehouse.
• Operate a forklift to load and unload finished products and raw materials to and from trucks and railcars, and from the production line, in a timely manner.
• Interpret customer orders to pull, stage, load, and check materials for accurate and timely shipment.
• Record shipping data and other results as required.
• Troubleshoot equipment and apply basic maintenance skills to help service it.
• Take an active role in plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives as required by supervision.
• Adapt to scheduling requirements, including shiftwork, overtime assignments, and weekend work where applicable.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits

• Two medical insurance options, offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period; employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium and USG pays the remainder.
• Vision coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• 401(k) Investment Plan with company match.
• Pension plan.
• Life insurance.
• Accident insurance.
• Legal insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Quarterly bonus potential for hourly employees based on safety, quality, and productivity metrics.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed