Forklift Operator

American Timber and Steel; Norwalk (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401K with company match

Job summary

American Timber and Steel in Norwalk, Ohio is hiring a Forklift Operator. This position involves safely operating forklifts to move, load, and unload materials while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably experience in a lumber mill. Benefits include health insurance, paid vacation, and a 401K plan with company match. Join a team that values reliability and a strong work ethic in a hands-on role.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift certification required, or ability to obtain certification upon hire.
• Previous experience working in a lumber yard or mill preferred.
• Must be comfortable working outside in any climate throughout the year.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift in accordance with company policy and OSHA regulations.
• Load, unload, move and stack materials and products as directed.
• Stage materials in designated areas to support efficient workflow.

Skills

Dependable team player

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Attention to detail

Strong commitment to safety

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Forklift Operator to join our team. This role is hands‑on, physical and requires attention to detail and a strong commitment to safety. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the flow of daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift in accordance with company policy and OSHA regulations
• Load, Unload, move and stack materials and products as directed
• Verify load contents against documents such as purchase orders, bills of lading, or pick tickets to ensure accuracy
• Stage materials in designated areas to support efficient workflow and minimize disruption to operations
• Assist with cycle counts and physical inventories as required
• Identify and report damaged, mislabeled, or incorrectly stored product to a supervisor.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to supervisor

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid forklift certification required, or ability to obtain certification upon hire
• Previous experience working a lumber yard or mill is preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods of time, and perform repetitive physical tasks
• Must be a dependable team player with a proactive work ethic
• Must be comfortable working outside in any climate throughout the year

Benefits

• Health Insurance, Dental & Vision, Short and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401K with company match