Forklift Driver II - Large Capacity - Day Shift

Quanex Building Products Corp.; Bowling Green (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Dynamic Culture & People

Job summary

Quanex is seeking a Large Capacity Forklift Driver for the day shift in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

Operate a 30,000 lb forklift to move lumber between kilns, work areas and machines, and load/unload lumber trucks while keeping safety a priority.

The role requires 2–3 years of forklift experience, a focus on reliability, and the ability to pass OSHA forklift tests, with competitive wages and benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience operating 30,000 lb capacity forklifts.
• Experience in a production, manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Ability to pass OSHA forklift tests.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Reliable and safety-conscious with good attendance.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 30,000 lb large capacity forklift to transport lumber to and from kilns, work areas, and machines.
• Load and unload lumber trucks and stack blanks of wood.
• Perform required preventative maintenance/inspection on forklifts.
• Follow safety procedures and report hazards or improvements.
• Meet production requirements and keep work areas organized.

Skills

Large capacity forklift operation

OSHA forklift tests

Team player

Job description

Forklift Driver III - Large Capacity - Day Shift

Job Category: Production & Manufacturing

Requisition Number: FORKL007873

• Posted : September 22, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

Quanex is looking for a Large Capacity Forklift Driver - Day shift to join our team located inBowling Green, Kentucky.

In this role, you are responsible for operating a 30,000 lb. large capacity industrial forklift to transport lumber to and from Kilns, work areas, and machines in a safe and efficient manner to meet production requirements. You will also be responsible for loading and unloading lumber trucks and performing other assigned production functions such as loading, unloading, stacking blanks of wood.

We Offer You!

• Competitive wages
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Dynamic Culture & People - just to name a few!

What’s attractive about the Forklift Operator position?

• Pay range is $19.00 - $23.00 per hour based on your applicable large capacity forklift experience
• Work Schedule: Tuesday-Friday: 6:00a - 4:30p & Overtime on Monday if needed
• Saturday and Sunday Off!

What Success Looks Like:

• Follows all safety procedures, rules, and guidelines and identifies any existing or potential safety issues.
• Attends work on time and for the scheduled hours each day.
• Follows operating procedures and notifies supervisor of potential procedural improvements.
• Delivers lumber to appropriate work centers or storage areas before they run out.
• Stages lumber in a logical, safe fashion.
• Conducts required preventative maintenance/inspection on forklifts.

What You Bring:

• 2-3 years of experience operating 30,000 lb. capacity forklifts with at least 6 months forklift experience working in a production, manufacturing, or warehouse environment.
• Ability to perform repetitive work requiring high levels of concentration.
• Climbing in and out of the forklift repeatedly to perform multiple tasks related to staging lumber.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment.
• Ability to pass OSHA required forklift tests.

About Quanex, A Part of Something Bigger

Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com .

NOTE: For individuals with nut allergies, please be advised that there is the potential to be exposed to nut products when working in our facilities.

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Job Security

Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Experience

2-3 years Large capacity (over 20,000 lb) forklift experience

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