Forklift Operator

General Shale; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation

10 paid holidays

Stable employment

Job summary

General Shale, Inc. is seeking a Full-Time Forklift Operator in Madison, Alabama to support yard operations at our Madison sales and distribution center. The role emphasizes safe forklift use, loading/unloading trucks, and preparing materials for delivery, with a focus on friendly customer service.

The ideal candidate will have forklift experience, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work in a fast-paced distribution environment. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate a forklift safely.
• Interact professionally with customers and team members.
• Physical ability to bend, stoop, lift, and perform manual handling as required.
• Dependable with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to load, unload, and move materials safely
• Assist with material handling and preparation for deliveries
• Provide courteous and professional service to customers
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard area
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support distribution operations

Skills

Forklift operation

Customer service

Physical stamina

Job description

MADISON AL
7029 Hwy 72 West
Huntsville, AL 35806, USA

MADISON AL
7029 Hwy 72 West
Huntsville, AL 35806, USA

General Shale, Inc., the nation’s leading manufacturer of brick and masonry materials, is seeking a Full-Time Forklift Operator to support operations at our Madison, Alabama sales and distribution center. This position is ideal for a dependable individual with forklift experience and strong customer service skills.

Position Overview

The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely performing daily yard operations, loading and unloading trucks, and assisting with the preparation and staging of materials for delivery. This role is key to maintaining efficient distribution operations while providing excellent service to customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to load, unload, and move materials safely
• Assist with material handling and preparation for deliveries
• Provide courteous and professional service to customers
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard area
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support distribution operations

Qualifications

• Ability to operate a forklift safely
• Ability to interact professionally with customers and team members
• Physical ability to bend, stoop, lift, and perform manual handling as required
• Dependable with a strong work ethic

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and 10 paid holidays
• Stable employment with a leading manufacturer in the masonry industry

Learn more about General Shale and our portfolio of innovative brick and masonry solutions at generalshale.com.

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