Forklift Operator & Warehouse Specialist — Production Support

Triumph Group of Companies; Midland; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

PrimeFab is seeking a safety-focused Warehouse Worker / Forklift Operator to support off-site manufacturing of panelized wood structures and aluminum wall systems. You will safely operate forklifts, feed automated lines, and stage finished panels while maintaining high safety standards.

Responsibilities include material handling, shipping/receiving, inventory management, and routine equipment checks to prevent downtime. The role requires 2–3 years of forklift experience and a valid certification.

Qualifications

• Certification: Valid, up-to-date Forklift Operator Certification.
• Minimum of 2–3 years forklift operation experience in lumber yard, building materials, or heavy manufacturing.
• Specialized skill handling long, wide, and unbalanced loads (e.g., 20ft+ lumber, wall panels, metal extrusions).
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and perform bending, stooping, and standing for extended periods.
• Strong spatial awareness, attention to detail, and safety-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate sit-down and/or stand-up forklifts to transport materials throughout the facility and yard.
• Handle awkward, heavy, and oversized loads including large lumber bundles and architectural extrusions.
• Advance production flow by loading raw materials to automated lines and staging finished panels without damage.
• Unload incoming trucks and load finished panels onto flatbed trucks, ensuring secure and balanced loads.
• Maintain organized storage areas, assist with inventory counts, and keep a clean, safe warehouse environment.
• Perform pre-shift inspections of forklifts and report maintenance needs per safety protocols.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety-focused

Physical stamina

Spatial awareness

Tools

Weinmann BeamTeq

FrameTeq

WallTeq

Job description

PrimeFab is seeking a safety-focused Warehouse Worker / Forklift Operator to support off-site manufacturing of panelized wood structures and aluminum wall systems. You will safely operate forklifts, feed automated lines, and stage finished panels while maintaining high safety standards.

Responsibilities include material handling, shipping/receiving, inventory management, and routine equipment checks to prevent downtime. The role requires 2–3 years of forklift experience and a valid certification.