Forklift Operator, 1st shift

Custom Building Products, LLC; Harbor Terrace (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability insurance

Company paid life insurance

401K

Vacation

Job summary

Custom Building Products is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator for our Perth Amboy, NJ plant. This 1st shift role runs Mon-Fri, 7:15 AM – 3:45 PM, with overtime as needed. You will move products safely, stock materials, and ensure orders are shipped and received accurately. The role offers benefits and a potential raise after 90 days.

You will interact with Production, Maintenance, and other departments, with opportunities for advancement within a team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Forklift operator with safe driving habits and awareness of surroundings.
• Ability to read and understand work orders and complex instructions.
• Proven reliability with excellent attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift or walkie rider to pick, ship, and/or receive products in a timely manner.
• Receive instructions and schedules from plant supervision.
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, orderly work environment.
• Retrieve or store materials using a sit-down industrial forklift.
• Ensure finished products meet quality standards.
• Be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Team player

Reading work orders

Job description

We are looking for an experienced FORKLIFT OPERATOR to join our Perth Amboy, NJ plant. This is a 1st shift position, Monday through Friday, 7:15 AM - 3:45 PM, with overtime as needed. We offer competitive benefits and salary, plus up to $1.00/hr increase after 90 days.You will be responsible for ensuring our customers' satisfaction by shipping and/or receiving products timely and accurately. You will also work closely with all departments in the facility, including Production, Maintenance, and more. Our Forklift Operators are not sitting on a lift throughout the shift - There is frequent movement which includes lifting. You will work in a team environment with an opportunity to advance in your career with Custom Building Products.

Why apply?

• Competitive wages.
• Opportunities for overtime. Opportunity for advancement
• Company provided benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, disability, Company paid life and disability benefits, paid vacation, and 401K.

About the Role

Responsibilities:

• Use forklift or walkie rider to pick, ship and/or receiving products timely
• Receive instructions and schedules from plant supervision.
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, orderly work environment
• Retrieve or put away material using a sit-down industrial forklift.
• Ensure that all finished product meets quality standard.
• Ready and able to lift up to 50 pounds.

About You

We Require:

• Great work ethic and impeccable attendance.
• Able to read and understand work orders and complex instructions.
• Proficient operation of forklift and walkie rider (Driving test will be given at interview)

About Us

Custom Building Products is a high-volume manufacturer of stone and tile installation and beautification products. Custom Building Products is dedicated to excellence as the industry leader by supplying our customers with quality, innovative building products. Our Company is committed to safely maximizing productivity, profits, and opportunities for employee growth. Custom Building Products is committed to maintaining a leadership position as an innovative, dynamic organization dedicated to providing quality products and services meeting and exceeding customers' expectations.

Each day brings new challenges at Custom Building Products, and we make sure you are prepared for it all. Our dedication to continual improvement and hands-on training ensures you are ready for the many new experiences and challenges that you will face. We offer:

• A friendly and team-oriented work environment, with a supportive management team.
• Hands-on training for our employees and opportunities for advancement.
• A company dedicated to continuous improvement.