Forklift Operator 6:45am-7pm

AZEK Company; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

James Hardie is seeking a forklift operator in Boise, Idaho on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule with 12-hour shifts from 6:45 AM to 7:00 PM. The role pays $20 per hour and requires forklift training and safety compliance.

You will load, unload, stage, and ship finished goods, using RF scanners and following strict safety procedures. Responsibilities include inventory accuracy, adherence to batch and shipping specifications, and maintaining a clean, organized work area.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Forklift training and certification required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience in manufacturing or warehouse preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment following company procedures and regulations.
• Pull and stage inventory according to pick tickets and shipping requirements.
• Use RF scanners to track inventory movements and locations.
• Inspect finished goods and shipping materials for damage and report issues.
• Load and secure outbound shipments and assist with tarping as needed.

Skills

RF scanners

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Reading & math

Heavy lifting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift training & certification

Job description

Schedule: 2-2-3 rotating schedule | 12-hour shifts | 6:45 AM – 7:00 PM

Pay: $20/hr

Safety & Compliance

• Maintain a strong commitment to zero-harm and comply with all company safety, health, environmental, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment in accordance with company procedures and applicable regulations.
• Complete required equipment inspections before operating forklifts and report any safety concerns, damage, or equipment issues immediately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, including proper storage and staging of finished goods and materials.
• Follow all established traffic patterns, pedestrian safety requirements, PPE requirements, and material-handling procedures.
• Safely and efficiently operate forklifts to load finished goods and materials onto outbound trucks.
• Pull and stage inventory accurately according to pick tickets, shipment requirements, and established storage locations.
• Transport finished goods between production areas, staging areas, indoor storage, and outdoor storage yards.
• Verify product, quantity, condition, and shipment information prior to loading.
• Inspect finished goods, dunnage boards, pallets, and other shipping materials for damage and replace or report materials as necessary.
• Secure and position product appropriately for safe transportation and loading.
• Assist with tarping and securing outbound shipments as required.
• Perform rework or product preparation activities as needed to ensure units meet shipping requirements.
• Use RF scanners to accurately scan, track, and record inventory movements and locations.
• Maintain accurate inventory locations within the warehouse, staging areas, annex, and storage yard.
• Manually record order numbers and inventory locations on required shipping and pick documentation.
• Review pick tickets for accuracy and completeness and promptly communicate discrepancies.
• Submit completed pick tickets and required documentation to the Shipping Office.
• Identify and communicate inventory, product, equipment, or shipping issues that could impact production or customer deliveries.

Teamwork & Operational Excellence

• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to support overall site performance.
• Communicate effectively with team members and leadership regarding safety concerns, inventory discrepancies, equipment issues, and shipping priorities.
• Prioritize work effectively and adjust to changing production and shipping demands.
• Demonstrate company values through professional conduct, accountability, teamwork, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, logistics, or material-handling experience preferred
• Ability to successfully complete company forklift training and certification requirements.
• Demonstrated commitment to working safely and following established procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong reading, basic mathematical, and comprehension skills.
• Ability to accurately use RF scanners and other electronic material-tracking systems.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors and safely perform job responsibilities in varying weather conditions.
• Ability and willingness to work a rotating 2-2-3 schedule, including 12-hour shifts, and adjust to changing business needs.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality are essential to the successful performance of this role.

Equal Opportunity Employer

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie, TimberTech, AZEK Exteriors, Versatex, fermacell, and StruXure.
With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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