Forklift Operator - Building Materials - 2nd shift

Novo Building Products; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Novo Building Products seeks a Forklift Operator for their warehouse in Allentown, PA. The role involves safely operating a forklift, managing inventory control, and ensuring a safe workplace. Competitive pay starts at $18/hr with excellent benefits after 60 days. Ideal candidates should possess physical endurance and basic math skills.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401k program with employer match

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Ability to lift weights up to 50 - 100 lbs.
• Must operate a scan gun for inventory control.
• Basic math and reasoning skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move products in the warehouse.
• Perform inventory control functions using a scan gun.
• Visually inspect aisles and manage stock replenishment.

Skills

Physical handling

Basic math skills

Interpersonal/team skills

Job description

Position Summary

The person in this position will be responsible for safely operating the forklift for transferring products into the necessary locations of the warehouse.

Pay starts at $18 Hr

Shift - Monday - Thursday 1pm - 11:30pm

Benefits at 60 days

Essential Responsibilities

• Operates a forklift to move products and pallets throughout the warehouse in support of order pulling, receiving, stocking, truck loading, or for general warehouse activities.
• Pulls product to banding area to be banded making sure everything is labeled – showing a number on each specific unit and the number of total units and who packaged it.
• May restock product by moving product to bins while checking the quality of stock; tallies each bundle for system accuracy.
• Visually inspects aisles and makes a list of what stock is low and needs to be replenished.
• Must be able to operate a hand-held scanner and perform all inventory control functions.
• Must be able to pass all Novo forklift training and operate a forklift following all safety requirements established within Novo.
• Remains aware of possible hazards and maintains a safe work environment.

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• Must be able to safely and productively perform all essential functions, including physical requirements.

• Must be able to physically handle awkward product lengths and lift weights up to 50 - 100 lbs. with assistance.

• Must possess basic math skills, interpersonal/team skills, and reasoning skills.

• Must have the ability to operate a scan gun for inventory control to effectively manage the movement of all products throughout the warehouse.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in distribution or manufacturing environment.

• Prior experience operating a forklift, specifically with weights 2500 lbs or more.

Why Work with Us?

Novo Building Products is an industry-leading manufacturer and distributor of stair parts, mouldings, doors, and specialty millwork, along with a variety of board products. Based in Zeeland, Michigan, Novo Building Products operates Ornamental Decorative Millwork, L.J. Smith Stair Systems, and Novo Direct.

Just as our products are used to build something new and inspire others to make living spaces more beautiful, we endeavor to positively impact the people and communities we touch every day.

We offer competitive wages, shift premiums, and health benefits. Benefits include a clean work environment, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, employee assistance program, Paid Time Off (PTO), and 401k program with employer match.

We have a dynamic culture with our team members who are encouraged to contribute, change, grow, and get rewarded accordingly. If you're passionate about contributing to a great team, we would love to hear from you!

For more details and benefits information, please visit our website at: www.novobp.com/careers

ADENTRA and each of its flagship brands is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. As part of our hiring process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing and background checks unless prohibited by state or local law.

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