Day-Shift Loader & Forklift Operator

Whirlwind Steel Buildings and Components; Tallapoosa (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Whirlwind Steel is seeking a Loader to efficiently load materials onto flatbed trailers and ensure safe, accurate staging of goods. You will operate a forklift and other material handling equipment, following clear work orders and safety procedures.

Responsibilities include loading long materials, stacking securely, coordinating with team, and maintaining attention to detail under outdoor conditions. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with prior forklift experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience handling long materials (30-45 ft) with a forklift.
• Able to work in all outdoor weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Load 20-25 ft long materials onto flatbed trailers per work orders.
• Operate forklift and material handling equipment.
• Move materials from pallets, racks, trailers, and shelves.
• Install bracing/dunnage to prevent shifting.
• Move materials using forklift or overhead crane.
• Coordinate with team and other departments for effective communication.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading work orders

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Safety regulations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

Whirlwind Steel is seeking a Loader to efficiently load materials onto flatbed trailers and ensure safe, accurate staging of goods. You will operate a forklift and other material handling equipment, following clear work orders and safety procedures.

Responsibilities include loading long materials, stacking securely, coordinating with team, and maintaining attention to detail under outdoor conditions. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with prior forklift experience preferred.