Forklift & Building Materials Operator - Santa Clarita

Weyerhaeuser; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Weyerhaeuser in Santa Clarita is seeking a Forklift and Building Materials Operator to safely move products within our distribution center during the evening shift.

You will load and unload, operate propane or gas forklifts, perform basic math for shipping, and help maintain quality and safety; training provided; must work outdoors, five days a week with possible Saturdays; base pay $20.75/hour with shift differential, overtime possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• No prior forklift operator experience required; training provided.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move or slide up to 100 pounds.
• Able to work outside in the elements five days a week and occasional Saturdays.
• Ability to work on a computer; strong teamwork and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Accurately count units, record totals and document shipping and receiving activities.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of building material products and warehouse operations.
• Commit to quality, efficiency, and continuous process improvement.
• Work as part of a team and maintain safety for yourself and others.

Job description

DescriptionWeyerhaeuser Distribution is a leader in distributing building products for residential, light commercial and home improvement applications worldwide.We have an immediate opening for a Forklift and Building Materials Operator at our Santa Clarita Distribution Center, and we encourage you to review the responsibilities and qualifications and apply today! As a Forklift and Building Materials Operator, you're directly responsible for moving the products that builders, contractors and homeowners rely on every day.The hourly wage for this role is $20.75 plus shift differential. The hours are 1:00pm-9:45PM. This position may include overtime and a unionize facility.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 carsSafely do your job to ensure your personal safety and the safety of others.Courage to intervene in any unsafe practices.Accurately perform basic math skills such as adding, subtracting, and multiplyingAccurately count units, record totals and document shipping and receiving activitiesDevelop in depth knowledge of building material products and warehouse operations.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 timeQualificationsHigh 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.Wear all personal protective equipment as required.Ability to work cohesively in a team environment with strong attention to detail and accuracy.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 WeyerhaeuserWe 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.#hourlyJob Operations, Manufacturing, & ConstructionPrimary LocationUSA-CA-Santa ClaritaSchedule Full-timeJob Level Individual ContributorJob Type ExperiencedShift Evening (2nd)