Forklift Operator - 1st & 2nd Shifts

Structural Component Systems; Fremont (NE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) option

ESOP

PTO

Paid holidays

Training with advancement

Casual dress code

Job summary

Structural Component Systems, Inc. in Fremont, NE is seeking full-time Forklift Operators to join our material handling team. This 1st shift role (Mon-Fri) starts at $20/hr with raises every 6 months based on performance, with no weekends.

We offer strong benefits, ESOP, PTO, and growth opportunities within a 550+ employee, employee-owned company. You will operate a multidirectional lift to pick material orders, unload trucks/railcars, and keep work areas organized and safe while ensuring

Qualifications

• Forklift experience preferred but not required.
• Must be able to lift up to 101 lbs occasionally; 25–50 lbs regularly.
• Detail oriented and precise; operate forklift in tight quarters.
• Prior forklift certification preferred.
• Able to load materials onto carts and onto flatbed trailers.

Responsibilities

• Operate a multidirectional lift or Hyundai forklift to pick loose material orders.
• Unload incoming trucks and railcars as assigned by the warehouse manager.
• Maintain neat organization and cleanliness of assigned areas.
• Load products from load sheets and record items moved.

Skills

Forklift experience

Detail oriented

Safe forklift operation

Excellent manual dexterity

Teamwork and communication

Job description

Structural Component Systems, Inc. of Fremont, NE is actively seeking full-time Forklift Operators to serve as material handlers or material associates outside our warehouse/plant. These logistics positions work Monday through Friday (1st Shift) with no weekends starting at $20/hr shift with an increase every 6 months, based on performance. NO FORKLIFT EXPERIENCE needed except for loader positions. Higher starting pay for highly experienced forklift operators.

We also offer our manufacturing team great benefits and perks including health, dental, & life insurance, a 401(k) option, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, excellent training with opportunities for advancement, and a casual dress code. If you're passionate about your work and looking to build your career, keep reading!

ABOUT STRUCTURAL COMPONENT SYSTEMS, INC. (SCS)

Structural Component Systems, Inc. (SCS) is a 100%employee-owned company that has been a part of the building industry in the Midwest since 1987. SCS designs and manufactures roof and floor trusses, wall panels, and engineered wood products to provide quality shelter for our nation's homes, businesses, and gathering places.

We value and invest in all 550+ employees. For their hard work and dedication, we offer competitive compensation, great benefits, and amazing company culture comprised of a rewarding and fun work environment where everyone is considered family.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A MATERIAL ASSOCIATE, MATERIAL HANDLER OR LOADER POSITION

You will operate a multidirectional lift or Hyundai, counter balance lift to pick loose material orders. Must be able to operate lift in tight quarters, maneuvering in various locations throughout the 50+ acre site. Loose material includes lumber, panels, hardware, engineered wood products (EWP) and other products as the warehouse manager assigns. This position may also unloads incoming trucks and railcars and other duties as assigned by the warehouse manager. This person will be assigned areas of responsibility and is responsible for the neat organization and cleanliness of these areas.

All Shifts are Monday - Friday with NO WEEKENDS

1st Shift: 5:00 AM - 1:15 PM (Monday - Friday) -- Starting Pay $20/Hour

Required Qualifications for both positions

• Minimum 1-3 years of forklift experience preferred but not required.
• Must be able to lift up to 101lbs at one time occasionally. Material Associates will be off forklift more than on, lifting 25-50 lbs on a regular basis. Materia Handlers will be on a forklift 90% of the time with less physical lifting required.
• Must detail orientated and precise and operate a forklift in tight quarters in a full yard
• Operate forklifts in safe manner.
• Prior forklift certification preferred.
• Attention to detail and able to load materials in a cart in preparation for loader position to load onto flatbed trailers for safe transport.
• Efficiently organizes and maintains the storage area.
• Accurately load all products listed on load sheet documents.
• Accurately records lumber taken to the plant inside racks and scans all items picked in carts.
• Ensure that products are damage free.
• Assists in other warehouse functions as needed.

Additional Functions

• Ensure all work is performed safely.
• Work in other areas or projects as assigned.
• Any other duties assigned by Warehouse Manager.

Note:

The list of essential functions is not exhaustive. It may be supplemented as necessary from time to time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to read and write English preferred but not required
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
• Computer experience (Not required, but must be trainable)
• Warehouse experience

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Outdoors 100% of the time, all weather.
• Safe lifting of up to 105 pounds.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.