Kiln Forklift Operator

Rex Lumber, LLC.

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Rex Lumber is a family-owned and operated company with over 100 years of experience in Southern Yellow Pine manufacturing. We are currently seeking Forklift Operators to join our growing team in Graceville, FL. This position will be responsible for operating a 30,000 lb. forklift. Forklift operators will be well trained and must follow all Standard Operating Procedures and safety rules. We are willing to train the right candidate.

Requirements

1+ years of forklift experience preferred
1+ years working in industrial manufacturing preferred
Possess adequate fitness and stamina in order to conduct strenuous and physically demanding tasks.
Understand and follow oral or written instructions issued by supervisors
Able to clearly explain problems or give instructions to others involved in keeping operations running smoothly
Able to perform the job with limited supervision
Understand basic machine components and operation, including working around moving mechanical parts and vibrations
Arrive on time and stay on task in order to contribute to better output and reaching production goals
Able to work well in an industrial environment, and as part of a team
Perform tasks such as walking, climbing, or standing for long periods of time
Able to bend, stoop, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs
Ability to work outside in all conditions
Must be comfortable working around loud equipment
Able to work while in a harness at heights over 4 feet
Able to lift 50 lbs throughout work shift
Understand that Personal Safety is everyone’s responsibility, and therefore it is MY responsibility
Follow all area/machine center specific safety regulations
Wear all required personal protective equipment (i.e., hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and reflective wear) at ALL TIMES when working in designated areas
Do not enter restricted areas
Report immediately to the supervisor any piece of equipment that is unsafe or functioning improperly
Request assistance when a task exceeds individual knowledge
Visually inspect equipment and area before starting/operating
Whenever possible, eliminate unsafe conditions as soon as possible
Use Standard Lockout Procedures when appropriate for machine centers
Use proper lifting technique by pushing, pulling and lifting with your legs and not your back
Never approach a saw while it is still running
Follow all other safety regulations as set forth by the company

Responsibilities

Operate 30,000lb forklifts, or industrial trucks equipped to move, load, and stack/unstack materials around mills, warehouses and yard
Ensure that all lumber packs are stacked according to the Stacking Quality Standard
Complete Forklift Daily Checklist at the beginning of shift to ensure cleanliness of the forklift, proper and safe operation, and identification of any issues that may require maintenance intervention
Safely and effectively operate diesel powered forklift to transport materials between various loading, processing, and storage areas, as assigned
Safely stop and reset forklift when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report all malfunctions to area supervisor
Maintain cleanliness and order of forklift and workspace throughout shift. Use downtime or slack time to clean and organize
Immediately advise the area Supervisor if any tools are missing, or required supplies are missing or running low
Assist Maintenance Tradesmen in maintenance activities on machine center as assigned
Grease and change wheels on kiln carts as needed
Accurately document all tags loaded/unloaded on load sheets daily
Scan all tags after the end of shift to LT system
Complete daily hot checks as required by supervisor
Participate in action planning process
All other duties assigned by supervisor