Industrial Forklift Operator

Interfor Corporation•Eatonton, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Forklift Operator works in Interfor’s Eatonton, Georgia manufacturing operation as part of the operations team. The role is responsible for safely and efficiently moving, loading, and organizing lumber products and other materials throughout the mill, including loading trucks and railcars. The position pays $19.60–$23.18 per hour, based on skill and experience. The work involves frequent physical activity, including climbing on and off forklifts and railcars, and working around moving equipment in an active shipping environment. Extended shifts, overtime, and weekends may be scheduled or needed. Applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check.

Requirements

Forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification through a standard training course.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with team members and supervisors.
Ability to respond quickly and appropriately in emergency situations by following established procedures.
Ability to frequently walk, stand, bend, stoop, climb, reach, and safely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to repeatedly climb on and off forklifts, railcars, ladders, steps, and other work surfaces throughout the shift.
Ability to work safely at elevated heights and from elevated platforms, including on or around railcars as required.
Ability to maintain balance and safely navigate uneven, elevated, or restricted work areas.
Ability to work safely near moving forklifts, trucks, railcars, equipment, and machinery in an active shipping environment.
Ability to perform physical job duties for extended periods and work extended shifts, overtime, and weekends as scheduled or needed.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check if offered a position.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate forklifts to move, stack, load, and organize lumber and other materials.
Load trucks and railcars, including climbing on and off railcars as required.
Perform daily forklift inspections and report equipment or safety concerns.
Maintain accurate inventory records and identify damaged or incorrect materials.
Keep work areas and equipment clean, and address spills or hazards promptly.
Assist with routine forklift cleaning.
Follow company safety procedures and applicable OSHA requirements.
Work collaboratively with the shipping and planer mill team to complete daily loading activities safely and efficiently.
Perform other duties as assigned.