Forklift Operator


Job Details

We are excited about your interest in a lumber manufacturing career. Rex Lumber is committed to providing its team members with an exceptional company culture and employment experience. If you want a career, not a job, and you want to experience big company benefits with an intimate company feel, come join the Rex Lumber team! You have an opportunity to join a fantastic team and be our newest contributor.

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS

Operate lifts, industrial trucks or tractors equipped to move, load and stack/unstack materials around mills, warehouses and log yard.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Move controls to drive diesel powered trucks and transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas

Move levers and controls that operate lifting devices to load, unload, transport, and stack material

Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment, such as cleaning, lubricating, recharging batteries, or fueling

Stop or reset lifts, vehicles or machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor

Participate in action planning process

Operate machinery, forklift or other equipment, as required

Clean work area and surrounding areas making sure it is clean and free of debris

Participate in action planning process

All other duties assigned by supervisor

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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

SAFETY

Follow all area/machine center specific safety regulations

Wear all required personal protective equipment: hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc as required

Do not enter restricted areas

Report immediately to supervisor any 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

COMPANY BENEFITS

We offer outstanding benefits that includes

Company Paid Health Insurance

Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vison Insurance

Telemedicine Program through Teladoc

Wellness Incentives

Paid Time Off

7 Paid Holidays

Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death Insurance, Critical Care Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Strive Rewards Program

Employee Referral Program

Safety Incentives

Uniform Rental

Boot Loans





 REX LUMBER

 05/20/2024

 Troy,AL