Forklift Operator
Company: Western Forest Products US LLC
Location: Vancouver
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description YOUR CAREER Are you looking for a career and not
---just a job---? Then this could be the right place for you We are
hiring for Forklift Operators at our Fruit Valley Manufacturing
Operations located just outside the Port of Vancouver, WA. We offer
o pportunities for growth , a long-term career, an energetic
team-oriented environment , and most importantly a safe workplace .
If you---re the type of person who likes to come to work, breathe
the fresh air, learn new skills, and go home feeling like you---ve
accomplished something, then this could be a great fit for you. Our
total rewards offering includes: Hourly rate starting at $21.64
Dental and Medical Benefits; we pay 100% of the employee premiums
for the core benefits plan 401(k) retirement savings plan Shifts:
Swing shift: Monday-Thursday, 5pm-3am (training will start on the
day shift (6am-4pm) until the swing shift starts later this year).
$2500 Hiring Bonus Available. Conditions apply, more information
upon application RESPONSIBILITIES Unstack and transport units of
rough lumber to be staged at the production line and load staged
units onto the production line Transport finished lumber units from
the production line to the shipping yard Safely and efficiently
load, unload and build outgoing loads of lumber into storage
facilities, onto semi-trailer trucks and rail cars, securing all
outgoing loads in appropriate and safe stacking method. In some
locations, automated loading systems are also utilized. Coordinate
load pulling and loading to ensuring all orders are prepared,
loaded for drivers and verified. Prepare and transport internally
used wood products Assist with loading/unloading of trucks as well
as assisting with packaging process, doing quality checks on
finished packages. Dump waste bins into larger dumpsters and waste
conveyers Complete daily preventative maintenance checklists and
wash and fuel forklifts as needed. Perform auxiliary tasks such as
using plow attachment to move debris Communicate with other
operators and supervisors via radio regarding issues and/or
adjustments that need to be made Generates a daily list of
materials and lumber replenishment, verifying quantities needed and
reporting damaged products to Supervisor. Safely operate banding
equipment, saws and other necessary facility equipment. Ensure
staging areas, loading docks and bays are clean and clear of any
materials, lumber or obstacles. Receive and organize incoming
lumber, in a timely and efficient manner completing all
verification paperwork, system receipt entries and material
distribution into the appropriate bins and storage locations/areas
within same business day. Participate and support Inventory and
Inventory Control activities, maintaining organized warehouse and
yard as well as counting and preparation work for inventories.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED SKILLS 3-4 years--- experience
operating a Forklift in a high production, high quality
manufacturing environment and preferred Forklift Certified
Demonstrated technical knowledge of Forklift and maintenance
Physical ability to lift 50 pounds and the ability to move, bend,
twist and use staircases Demonstrated ability to communicate
effectively and lead others Demonstrated experience utilizing safe
work practices in a manufacturing or industrial setting WESTERN
OVERVIEW Western Forest Products is a leading forest products
company that manufactures high-quality wood products and
sustainably manages forests. Headquartered in Vancouver, British
Columbia with operations in the coastal region of B.C. and
Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide
with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering.
Our large investment in manufacturing and progressive approach to
safe and sustainable forestry practices ensures the health and
prosperity of our business, forests and communities for generations
to come. At Western Forest Products, we believe our most
significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings
value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged,
productive and continuously improving workplace. We offer
challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the
industry to meet your career and professional development goals
while providing competitive total rewards and recognition. We offer
rewarding, impactful careers and we encourage all who share our
goal of Defining a Higher Standard-- to apply.
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