Forklift Operator

Warker LLC; Village of Cleveland (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Warker LLC in New York State seeks a Safety-Focused Forklift Operator to load and unload lumber and pallets, and move materials between production and storage. You will support shipping and receiving and help maintain orderly yard operations.

You must follow safety procedures, perform daily equipment inspections, report issues promptly, and communicate effectively with teammates. Prior forklift experience and a willingness to learn on the job are preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to safety and safe forklift operation.
• Ability to handle materials accurately and efficiently.
• Attention to detail for inspection and compliance.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and apply hands-on training.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload lumber and finished pallets using forklifts.
• Transport materials between production areas, storage, and shipping/receiving.
• Assist with shipping and receiving to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report issues.
• Follow all safety procedures and workplace rules.
• Maintain a clean, organized yard and warehouse environment.

Skills

Forklift safety

Material handling

Inspection & compliance

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

Forklift Operator (Safety-Focused) Operate forklifts to load and unload lumber and finished pallets, and move materials between production and storage. Support efficient shipping and receiving by handling pallets and packaging materials as needed.

Key Duties

• Load/unload lumber and finished pallets using forklifts
• Transport materials between production areas, storage, and shipping/receiving
• Assist with shipping and receiving to maintain workflow efficiency
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report issues
• Follow all safety procedures and workplace rules
• Maintain a clean, organized yard and warehouse environment

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong commitment to safety and safe forklift operation
• Ability to handle materials accurately and efficiently
• Attention to detail for inspection and compliance
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to learn and apply hands-on training