Combi Operator - Wood B Crew

AZEK Exteriors; Wilmington (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

AZEK Exteriors in Wilmington, OH is seeking a Combi Forklift Driver / Operator for our Prairie Avenue facility on a 2/2/3 schedule (6:45am–7:00pm). The role ensures production materials are available and delivered to extrusion operators to meet daily production goals.

Requirements include 1+ years operating a combi forklift, manufacturing experience, forklift certification, and TRAK program eligibility. This is a 24/7 manufacturing environment with safety-focused responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of operating Combi forklift.
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Forklift Certification and TRAK program requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to accident-free operations and compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Inspect forklifts daily for safe operation.
• Ensure raw materials and other materials needed for daily production are available.
• Supply extrusion operators and production assistants with needed materials.
• Observe silo readings to ensure adequate materials for production.
• Assist or perform loading/unloading of trucks.
• Assist in operation and maintenance of grinders as needed.
• Load/unload materials onto/from pallets, trays, and shelves by hand and forklift.
• Wrap and transport finished material to designated areas.
• Count, weigh, and record materials moved.
• Communicate daily issues to production staff.
• Fill propane tanks for forklifts as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervision/management.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manufacturing experience

Safety compliance

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

This position is for our Wood plant and is for B Crew/6:45am to 7:00pm on a 2/2/3 schedule.

PAY

$21.50 an hour!

Sign-On Bonus

This position is eligible for a $3,000.00 Sign-On Bonus!

• $1,500.00 after 3 months
• $1,500.00 after 6 months

Job Summary

The AZEK Company/TimberTech Wilmington division is seeking a Combi Forklift Driver / Operator for our Prairie Avenue facility. The Combi Forklift Driver / Operator is responsible for ensuring that production machines and personnel have the proper materials needed to successfully complete daily production requirements. If you are a high-energy, motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, this position reports to Production Supervisor.

Core Responsibilities

• Contribute to accident-free operations and compliance to all health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements and regulations.
• Inspect forklifts daily to ensure proper and safe operation.
• Follow instructions to ascertain raw materials and other materials needed for daily production.
• Ensure Extrusion Operators and Production Assistants receive needed supplies and materials in a timely manner.
• Observe and document silo readings to ensure appropriate amount of material is available for daily production.
• Assist or perform the loading and unloading of trucks.
• Assist in the operation and general maintenance of grinders, as necessary.
• Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand and by forklift.
• Load regrind and transport to designated areas.
• Wrap and band finished material and transport to designated areas.
• Count, weigh, and record number of units of materials moved or handled as needed.
• Communicate daily issues and pertinent information to production assistants, operators and leads as needed.
• Fill propane tanks for forklifts, as needed.
• Perform additional duties as needed and/or assigned by supervision/management.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of operating Combi Forklift.
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience, preferred.
• Forklift Certification.
• Meet qualification and certification requirements established by Azek's Training Resources and Knowledge (TRAK) program.
• Demonstrated understanding of how process equipment works.
• Strong decision making, analytical skills and proven ability to work cross-functionally.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be self-directed and motivated and able to multi-task in fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Work schedule flexibility, with or without notice, to accommodate the needs of the business.
• Ability to read, write, and understand the English language.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the job including: Push / Pull / Lift / Manipulate 10lbs - 100lbs.
• Ability to stand for complete shift; kneeling, lifting overhead, bending climbing and crawling are often required.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment where temperatures that can become very hot depending on the weather.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.

With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.