2nd Shift Forklift Operator: Kitting & Safety Lead

Havco® Wood Products; Vonore (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Havco Wood Products in Vonore, Tennessee is seeking a Forklift Operator to move materials, load kits onto trailers, and support yard and dock operations. The role requires reading BOMs and prints to meet loading requirements while maintaining a safe, efficient flow of material.

The position emphasizes safety, quality inspections, and continuous improvement, with forklift certification to be obtained after hire. Strong teamwork and reliability are essential in this hands-on role.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Learn and adapt quickly, take initiative, produce complete and accurate work.
• Organized problem solver, able to meet deadlines and follow through to project completion.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to prioritize, multi-task and manage time efficiently.
• Able to work across functional lines seamlessly.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity in handling information.
• Able to obtain Forklift Certification after employment.
• Understand, maintain, and sustain 5S processes.

Responsibilities

• Follow OSHA and HAVCO safety rules/regulations and enforce them.
• Operate yard dog, forklifts, and trailers safely throughout the warehouse and yard.
• Read BOM, PWO, and customer prints to meet loading and quality requirements.
• Perform daily quality inspections and identify any issues.
• Maintain a consistent material flow and assist with maintenance and CI initiatives.
• Oversee and assist other employees in the area regarding safety, quality, operations, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain and document preventive maintenance and daily forklift checks.

Skills

Independence

Initiative

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Cross-functional work

Integrity

Confidentiality

Forklift Certification

5S knowledge

Tools

Forklift

Crane

Job description

Havco Wood Products in Vonore, Tennessee is seeking a Forklift Operator to move materials, load kits onto trailers, and support yard and dock operations. The role requires reading BOMs and prints to meet loading requirements while maintaining a safe, efficient flow of material.

The position emphasizes safety, quality inspections, and continuous improvement, with forklift certification to be obtained after hire. Strong teamwork and reliability are essential in this hands-on role.