Forklift Operator

Oldcastle APG, Inc.; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical & dental benefits

Retirement savings plan

Wellness programs

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Oldcastle APG, a CRH company, is seeking a forklift operator to work in a rugged 50+ acre outdoor and indoor manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will operate a front-end loader and forklift, load bins, and assist with machine setup to ensure on-time production.

The role requires reading job specifications, adhering to safety rules, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs in a fast-paced facility with opportunities for growth within an inclusive organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or three years of related manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and operating instructions.
• Must pass internal certification program.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment, specifically a front-end loader and/or forklift, and production machinery while following safety rules.
• Load bins for production ensuring correct mix and quantity to prevent delays.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material needs.
• Assist machine operators to set up machines and meet deadlines.
• Other duties related to the job as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Read job specifications

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Front-end loader

Job description

Job ID: 528507

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.

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

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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