2024-03-29
AppCast (https://www.appcast.io)
Other
/yr
full-time
employee
Opelika
Alabama
36803
United States
** Forklift Operator**
**Job Category****:** Operations & Production **Requisition Number****:** KILNF005921 Showing 1 location **Job Details**
**Description**
**Forklift Operator $20.25 per hour**
**Opelika, AL**
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the worlds largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).
We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company. We offer a competitive benefits package including, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401-K savings plans with company match, and vacation.
Our employees operate in a culture that values safety first and rewards hard work. We recognize and support our team culture and focus on growing our team by promoting from within many of our employees have built their careers with us.
**Responsibilities include but not limited to:**
* Strong commitment to working safely
* Performing daily inspections of lift trucks and completing required forms
* Ensuring lift truck maintenance and servicing requirements are met
* Loading and unloading materials in a safe and efficient manner
* Checking load contents for accuracy and securing materials
* Ensuring that all products are shipped on schedule
* Maintaining contact with supervisor(s) and working to resolve any issues as they may they arise
* Following all regulations, company policies, and procedures
**Required skills and experience include:**
* Preferred valid forklift certification
* Minimum two years of experience
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills
* The desire to learn, grow and succeed
* Industrial experience and post-secondary education would be considered an asset
* Strong commitment to working safely
**Our highly competitive compensation package includes:**
* Benefits starting Day 1: Medical, Dental, 401k with company match, life insurance, disability
* On-the-job training
* A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
* Paid vacations and holidays
If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: www.westfraser.com
**We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone inquiries, please.**
**West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug Free Workplace (DFW)**
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