Forklift Driver II - Large Capacity - Day Shift

AmesburyTruth; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; 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 hiring a Forklift Driver II for the Day Shift at our Bowling Green, Kentucky location. You will operate a large capacity forklift to move materials to and from kilns, work areas, and machines in a safe, efficient manner to meet production needs.

The role requires 1–2 years of forklift experience on 15,000 lb.+ capacity machines, the ability to lift up to 25 pounds, and the stamina to work in a fast-paced environment. We offer competitive wages, PTO, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience operating 15,000 lb.+ capacity forklifts.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Pass OSHA required testing.

Responsibilities

• Operate a large capacity forklift to transport materials to kiln areas and machines.
• Load, unload, and stack blanks of wood as needed.
• Maintain safety procedures and report issues.
• Perform basic forklift maintenance/inspection.

Skills

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Large capacity forklift

Job description

Forklift Driver II - Large Capacity - Day Shift

Job Category: Production & Manufacturing

Requisition Number: FORKL007691

• Posted : August 24, 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 large capacity industrial forklift to transport materials to and from Kilns, work areas, and machines in a safe and efficient manner to meet production requirements and you will also be responsible for 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 $18.00 - $20.50 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 materials to appropriate work centers or storage areas before they run out.
• Stages materials in a logical, safe fashion.
• Conducts required preventative maintenance/inspection on forklifts.

What You Bring:

• 1-2 years of experience operating 15,000 lb.+ capacity forklifts with 6 months experience working in a production, manufacturing, or warehouse environment.
• Ability to perform repetitive work requiring high levels of concentration
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to work in fast paced environment
• Ability to pass OSHA required testing

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.

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