Forklift Operator

Commercial Metals; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Benefits

401(k) Match

Life Insurance

Stock Purchase Plan

Bonuses

Training & Advancement

Job summary

Commercial Metals is seeking a forklift operator to support production in our manufacturing facilities. You will operate forklifts in compliance with safety rules, transport raw materials and finished goods, load and unload shipments, and help keep work areas clean and organized to support on-time production. High School Diploma or GED is required.

Forklift certification is preferred or obtainable on hire. You must be able to work outdoors in varying weather, lift heavy loads, and collaborate

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts or similar mobile equipment in a manufacturing/industrial setting.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and PPE rules.
• Able to move, load, and stage heavy concrete products with caution.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts in compliance with company procedures and safety regulations.
• Transport raw materials, finished products, and production supplies between manufacturing, storage, and shipping areas.
• Load, unload, stage, and move products safely and efficiently.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report any malfunctions or safety concerns.
• Support production schedules by ensuring materials and finished goods are available when needed.
• Assist with inventory control, product staging, and yard organization.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and adhere to environmental standards.
• Participate in safety meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Manual handling

Inspections

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

it's what's inside that counts

There's more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, it's the people inside our recycling centers, fabrication plants, manufacturing facilities, steel mills and offices that make us who we are as a company. Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering:

• Day 1Benefits Coverage with low cost Medical, Vision and Dental
• Day 1 Paid-time Off and Vacation
• 4.5% Company Match 401(k) Plan
• $500 Annual Company-paid Lifestyle Benefit
• Competitive Compensation and Bonuses
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Advancement Opportunities

CMC provides an excellent opportunity to learn the steel, construction reinforcement and ground stabilization industries and to grow in your career. Whether you will spend your day brainstorming in an office cubicle, operating a crane, running manufacturing equipment or troubleshooting technical obstacles, at CMC, you'll get the training and support from your team that you need to excel in your role and reach your full potential.

What You'll Do

• Operate forklifts in compliance with company procedures and safety regulations.
• Transport raw materials, finished products, and production supplies between manufacturing, storage, and shipping areas.
• Load, unload, stage, and move products safely and efficiently.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and perform routine maintenance checks to ensure safe operation.
• Report equipment malfunctions, product damage, or unsafe conditions promptly.
• Support production schedules by ensuring materials and finished products are available when needed.
• Assist with inventory control, product staging, and yard organization.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while adhering to all safety and environmental standards.
• Participate in safety meetings, training programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What You'll Need

• Experience operating forklifts or other mobile equipment in a manufacturing, industrial, construction, or outdoor yard environment preferred.
• Ability to safely handle, move, and stage large concrete products.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance with established procedures.
• Ability to perform routine equipment inspections and recognize maintenance needs.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to understand and follow work instructions, safety procedures, and shipping documents.
• Basic communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work overtime as needed to meet production demands.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and around dust, noise, and moving equipment.
• Forklift certification preferred or ability to obtain certification upon hire.

Your Education

• High School Diploma or GED required

We are CMC, a Fortune 500 company at the leading edge of our industry. Our construction reinforcement and steel products have supported construction projects and structures around the world. The secret to our success? We've built our legacy by assembling a team of innovators and doers to tackle some of the most challenging construction reinforcement problems facing our world for more than 100 years - and we're just getting started.

CMC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, or other status protected by federal, state or local law.