Forklift & Machine Operator – Wood Manufacturing

Kronospan USA; Shippenville (Clarion County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kronospan USA in Shippenville, PA, is seeking Forklift Drivers, Machine Operators, and Infeed Operators for full-time on-site roles. You will safely operate forklifts to move materials, load and unload trucks, and maintain organized staging areas.

Machine Operators will run and monitor production equipment, perform basic adjustments, and ensure quality output; Infeed Operators manage material flow and coordinate with teammates to keep production lines efficient.

Qualifications

• Operational skills in Truck Driving and safely handling Trucks in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Possession of or eligibility for CDL Class A as needed for material transport and logistics support.
• Strong Communication skills to coordinate with supervisors, co-workers, and other departments.
• Customer Service mindset when interacting with internal and external partners such as logistics teams and vendors.
• Experience operating forklifts, production machinery, or similar equipment in a plant or warehouse setting.
• Commitment to safety, including adherence to PPE requirements, lockout/tagout, and facility procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically active environment, including standing, lifting, and working around machinery.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, or overtime based on production needs.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to move raw materials and finished products.
• Load and unload trucks and maintain organized staging areas.
• Run and monitor production equipment, perform basic adjustments and checks to ensure product quality and output.
• Manage material flow into machinery and coordinate with other operators to maintain efficient production lines.

Skills

Truck Driving

Communication

Customer Service

Forklift Operation

Safety Compliance

Production/Plant Experience

Physical Stamina

Shift Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kronospan USA in Shippenville, PA, is seeking Forklift Drivers, Machine Operators, and Infeed Operators for full-time on-site roles. You will safely operate forklifts to move materials, load and unload trucks, and maintain organized staging areas.

Machine Operators will run and monitor production equipment, perform basic adjustments, and ensure quality output; Infeed Operators manage material flow and coordinate with teammates to keep production lines efficient.