Forklift Operator

Hayward Lumber Corporation; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 30,816 - 34,260; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401K

Paid time off including vacation, holiday, and sick leave

No weekends

Job summary

Hayward Lumber Corporation is seeking a Load Builder/Forklift Operator in Santa Barbara, CA. This full-time hourly role involves assembling and preparing outgoing loads for delivery, operating forklifts, and ensuring all materials are secured and accurate for transport. Candidates should have previous warehouse and forklift experience, and the ability to lift heavy materials. The company offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401K.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse and forklift experience is required.
• Must demonstrate solid organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read orders and invoices effectively is essential.
• Must lift heavy materials (75-100 pounds) consistently.
• Teamwork and multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment is needed.

Responsibilities

• Use forklift to build outgoing orders for lumber and materials.
• Load or unload completed orders onto delivery equipment safely.
• Double check all loads for accuracy before delivery.
• Maintain safety procedures as outlined by the company.
• Ensure all work areas are stocked and neat for efficiency.
• Communicate any delays or discrepancies to management.
• Provide excellent customer service to all customers and coworkers.

Skills

Previous warehouse and forklift experience

Solid organizational skills

Ability to read and interpret orders and invoices

Attention to detail

Ability to multi-task in fast paced environment

Teamwork

Ability to lift 75-100 pounds

Knowledge of building materials

Job description

Title: Load Builder/Forklift Operator

Classification: Full Time – Hourly

Pay Range: $22.37 to $24.87

Location: Santa Barbara, Ca

Reports To: Yard Supervisor

About the Company:

For 100 years and four generations of Hayward family leadership, Hayward Lumber has been committed to meeting and exceeding the needs of builders. Beyond full-service lumberyards, we offer window, door and cabinet design centers, pro-oriented hardware stores, and innovative building solutions designed to save time and money. Hayward Lumber is a family-oriented company that treats every employee as such. Our average tenure companywide is over 10 years and we pride ourselves in creating an environment in which you can learn, grow, and prosper. Hayward Lumber provides a competitive compensation structure, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, and paid time off including vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Learn more at www.haywardlumber.com

Mission:

We are the most dependable supplier of products, services, and solutions to the construction market since 1919.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for assembling and preparing outgoing loads of materials for delivery, ensuring they are accurate, secure, and ready for transport. Key duties include reading and interpreting order tickets, selecting and staging the appropriate materials, operating forklifts and other equipment to load trucks safely, and double-checking orders for accuracy. The load builder also ensures that loads are balanced and comply with safety standards to prevent damage during transit.

Responsibilities:

• Use forklift to build outgoing orders for lumber and building materials.
• Use forklift to load or unload completed orders onto delivery equipment maintaining safe procedures and stacking methods.
• Double checking all loads for accuracy and ensuring that they are thoroughly secured for delivery.
• Follow safety procedures as outlined by company safety program and operator manual for forklift.
• Keep all areas stocked and neat to facilitate efficient load building processes.
• Keep management aware of any delays or discrepancies.
• Treat all customers and coworkers in a helpful and professional manner, providing excellent customer service.

Qualifications:

• Previous warehouse and forklift experience
• Solid organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to read and interpret orders and invoices
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions
• Ability to multi-task in fast paced environment.
• Experience working in a team atmosphere.
• Ability to lift 75-100 pounds consistently
• Must take and pass drug test and consent to a background check
• Knowledge of dimension lumber, panel products, and other building materials is preferred

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• 401K
• Paid time off including vacation, holiday, and sick leave.
• No weekends