Forklift %26 Building Material Operator - Tacoma

Weyerhaeuser; Tacoma (WA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable wood products seeks a Forklift Operations Associate at their Tacoma Distribution Center. This role involves safely operating a forklift, handling materials in a fast-paced environment, and requires no prior experience as training will be provided. Full benefits and competitive pay are included, along with opportunities for career advancement. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Benefits

Health and Dental Benefits

Retirement Plan Options with Employer Contributions

Paid Vacation Time

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• No prior forklift operator experience required; training provided.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move or slide up to 100 pounds.
• Must work outside in the elements five days a week.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain propane or gas forklift.
• Accurately perform basic math skills and document shipping activities.
• Ensure personal safety and intervene in unsafe practices.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Ability to Work in a Team

Basic Math Skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Weyerhaeuser Tacoma Distribution Center is currently seeking a Forklift Operations Associate. Under the direction of the Site Operations Manager, Operations Supervisors and designated leaders, this position is responsible for all activities associated with the movement and handling of materials related to the wood products yard/warehouse.

Our entry level pay rate starts at $22.25 per hour . ($1.00 differential for swing shift).

Full benefits include:

• Health, Well-Being, and Future
• Medical + Prescription, Dental + Vision for you and your family
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Retirement Plan Options with Employer Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program

Time Away from Work

• Paid vacation time
• Disability Benefits, Parental Leave

Appreciation and Opportunity

• Competitive base pay and a site performance bonus plan
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Key Functions:

• Safely operate and maintain propane or gas forklift to move products from stock lines to staging and/or cut stations.
• Safely load and unload products from various trailers and rail cars
• Safely do your job to ensure your personal safety and the safety of others.
• Courage to intervene in any unsafe practices.
• Wear all personal protective equipment as required.
• Accurately perform basic math skills such as adding, subtracting, and multiplying
• Accurately count units, record totals and document shipping and receiving activities
• Develop in depth knowledge of building material products and warehouse operations.
• Be highly attentive and adaptive to workflows.
• Have excellent attendance.
• Commit to quality, efficiency, and continuous process improvement.

This is not an inside warehouse position. This role will perform manual labor 55- 65% of the time.

What you will need:

• High school diploma or GED.
• A positive willing to learn attitude. No prior forklift operator experience required. Training provided.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move or slide up to 100 pounds.
• Must be able work outside in the elements five days a week and occasional Saturdays depending on business needs.
• Ability to work on a computer.
• Ability to work cohesively in a team environment with strong attention to detail and accuracy.

This position is designated by WY as a safety-sensitive position. Please be advised that due to the designation of this position as safety-sensitive, you will be subject to pre-employment testing for cannabis and its metabolites.

About Wood Products:
We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.
For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.