Baler Room Operator

Lakeside Book Company; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeside Book Company in Harrisonburg, VA seeks a Forklift Driver to safely move finished products and support our shipping process. The role requires operating clamp forklifts, scanning containers, and daily forklift inspections.

Shifts are 12 hours with rotating days: 6am–6pm and 6pm–6am. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Previous forklift experience (standup and sit-down).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand or sit for the entire shift.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Previous clamp forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate Clamp Forklift equipment to move large rolls of paper.
• Scan containers to ensure system accuracy.
• Inspect forklift daily and service batteries.
• Process departmental paperwork.
• Use a computer to access the internal COMN system for job information.

Skills

Forklift experience

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Stamina: stand/sit for long shifts

Fast-paced manufacturing

Clamp forklift experience (a plus)

Job description

We are looking for a Forklift Driver to join our team at Lakeside Book Company. As the largest bookmaker in the United States, you will help move the finished product out the door and into the hands of readers across the country.

Starting Rate: $21.00

Hours: 12-hour shifts | Rotating Shift (6am-6pm for 2 weeks and 6pm-6am for two weeks)

Location: 2347 Kratzer Rd; Harrisonburg, VA 22802 and 1025 Willow Springs Rd; Harrisonburg, VA 22801

As a Forklift Operator, you will:

• Operate Clamp Forklift equipment, to move large rolls of paper
• Scan containers to ensure system accuracy
• Inspect your forklift on a daily basis and service the batteries
• Process departmental paperwork
• Use a computer to utilize the internal company COMN system for job information

Qualifications:

• Previous forklift experience, standup and sit down
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand or sit for the entire duration of your shift
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Previous clamp forklift experience a plus

At Lakeside Book Company, we value craftsmanship and collaboration by encouraging employees to improve their skills and capabilities. To that end, in addition to meeting the qualification requirements for this position, preference will be given to candidates who agree to participate in cross-training which includes achieving qualified status within the position and assuming responsibility as a back-up to lateral and progressive roles, as needed.