Fork Side Lift Operator

Apogee Enterprises Inc; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Dental Vision

Incentive Plans

401(k) matching

ESOP

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Career Training

Job summary

Kalwall Enterprises Inc. is seeking a safety-focused Forklift and Sideload Operator to support shipping and material handling, moving raw materials, WIP, and finished products throughout the facility.

You will load and unload trucks, organize storage areas, and prepare products for shipment. This role suits someone who operates powered material-handling equipment safely, maintains an organized workspace, and follows established procedures to ensure efficiency and safety on the floor.

Qualifications

• Experience in material-handling, forklift, shipping, or manufacturing (1–2 years).
• Able to operate forklifts and sideload equipment safely.
• Able to read and use basic work instructions, schedules, charts, drawings and specs.
• Strong safety focus and awareness of people/equipment movement in the work area.
• Ability to work independently following established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, sideloaders and other material-handling equipment to move materials and products safely.
• Pick up, stage, store, and transport materials including raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Deliver materials to production, storage, or shipping areas.
• Load outgoing trucks and ensure correct product sequencing.
• Secure and cushion products during loading to prevent damage.
• Maintain clean and organized work area and follow safety procedures.
• Assist with other shipping, warehouse, or material-handling duties as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety conscious

Read work instructions

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Tools

Sideload forklift equipment

Job description

Kalwall Enterprises Inc.

Since 1955, Kalwall Enterprises, Inc. has been at the forefront of the daylighting industry, delivering innovative solutions that bring natural light into buildings around the world. Built on a foundation of quality, integrity, and craftsmanship, Kalwall continues to manufacture industry-leading products that combine advanced technology with skilled hands-on production.

Whether you are starting your manufacturing career or bringing years of experience, this position offers the opportunity to develop new skills, grow professionally, and become part of a company with a long-standing reputation for excellence.

Position Summary

We are seeking a safety-focused Forklift and Sideload Operator to support our shipping and material handling operations. In this role, you will move raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products throughout the facility. You will also load and unload trucks, organize materials in designated storage areas, and prepare products for shipment.

This position is a good fit for someone who has experience operating powered material-handling equipment, works carefully around large or delicate products, and takes pride in maintaining an organized and safe work area.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, side loaders, and other material-handling equipment to move materials and products safely.
• Pick up, stage, store, and transport raw materials, supplies, work-in-process, and finished products.
• Deliver materials to production areas, holding areas, storage locations, or the shipping staging area.
• Load outgoing trucks and help ensure products are positioned in the correct sequence.
• Secure and cushion products during loading to reduce the risk of shifting or damage during transportation.
• Use care when manually positioning panels and other products to prevent scratches, marks, or other damage.
• Unload incoming materials, supplies, and equipment and place them in the appropriate storage or work areas.
• Count and verify materials received and products being prepared for shipment.
• Complete required records and material-handling documentation.
• Inspect equipment and report unsafe conditions, damaged materials, defective products, or equipment concerns to a supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Follow established safety rules, operating procedures, and company policies.
• Assist with other shipping, warehouse, or material-handling duties as needed

Qualifications

• One to two years of related material-handling, forklift, warehouse, shipping, or manufacturing experience.
• Ability to safely operate, or learn to operate, forklifts and sideload material-handling equipment.
• Ability to read and use basic work instructions, schedules, charts, tables, drawings, and product specifications.
• Good judgment when determining how materials should be moved, positioned, stored, and loaded.
• Strong attention to safety, product quality, and the movement of people and equipment in the work area.
• Ability to work independently while following established procedures.
• Ability to remain alert and attentive while operating powered equipment.
• Ability to maintain accurate counts and basic work records.
• Handle, position, and move materials throughout the workday.
• Occasionally lift or move materials of an average weight.
• Safely access and operate powered material-handling equipment.
• Maintain continuous visual attention while moving materials and operating equipment.
• Work in an environment that may include changing temperatures, weather exposure, noise, and other manufacturing or shipping conditions.

Work Schedule 7:00am to 3:30pm

Our Benefits

We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)

• Incentive Plans

• 401(k) with employer contribution and match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match

• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)

• Paid Holidays

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Wellness Program

• Training and Career Progression

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.