Forklift Operator

Great Southern Wood Preserving; Buckner (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to join their team. This full-time role involves driving trucks, managing inventory, and ensuring efficient material handling. With a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency, the ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment. The company offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan with company match. If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity in the wholesale building materials sector, this is the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Dependent scholarship program

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous production experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks and control the lifting apparatus.
• Position forks and transport loads to designated areas.
• Keep records of inventory.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Inventory Management

Material Handling

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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Great Southern Wood Preserving, Inc., producer of YellaWood brand Pressure-Treated Pine, is seeking Forklift Operators. This is a full-time position offering competitive pay and a full benefits package.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Drive trucks and control the movement of the lifting apparatus by moving levers and pressing pedals.
2. Position forks, lifting platforms, or other devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products, or materials to transport loads to designated areas.
3. Unload and stack materials by raising and lowering the lifting device.
4. Inventory materials on the work floor and supply workers with materials as needed.
5. Keep records of inventory.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous production experience preferred.
• Lumber experience is a plus.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Dependent scholarship program.

About Great Southern Wood Preserving:

Great Southern Wood Preserving, Inc. is the industry’s leading producer of pressure-treated lumber products for D-I-Y retail home centers, pro dealers, and other retail building-related segments. Our YellaWood brand is widely recognized throughout the South for outdoor building projects. We distribute products from many well-known brands via 15 full-service treating plants and several production facilities, ensuring prompt and efficient service across the South, Midwest, and Northeast.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Wholesale Building Materials