Forklift Operator

at OLDCASTLE APG, INC. in; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Oldcastle APG in Cartersville, GA, is seeking a forklift operator to join a rugged 50+ acre outdoor manufacturing environment. You will operate front-end loader and forklift, load bins and ensure correct mix to prevent delays.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. This role offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package in a safety-focused team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, tickets and manuals.
• Must be able to pass internal certification program.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (front-end loader and/or forklift) and production machinery per safety rules.
• Load bins for production with correct mix and quantity to prevent delays.
• Keep work area clean.
• Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Assist machine operators to set up machines to meet deadlines.
• Other duties related to the job may be assigned as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Heavy equipment operation

Read & interpret documents

Education

High school diploma or GED

Three years manufacturing experience

Job description

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Job Summary

This position requires operating a forklift in a rugged 50+ acre outdoor, paved and unpaved environment. The successful candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced, covered and uncovered manufacturing facility.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment, specifically a front-end loader and/or forklift, and production machinery as directed and specified while adhering to all safety rules and regulations
• Load bins for production while ensuring product is correct mix and quantity to prevent delay in the production process
• Keep work area clean
• Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements
• Assist machine operators to set up machines and any other necessary tasks to adhere to deadlines and completion of product
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; or at least three years of related manufacturing experience in trades specific to job requirements; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, shipping and receiving tickets, and procedure manuals
• Must be able to pass internal certification program
• Must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

EOE/Vet/Disability

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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