Forklift Operator - Building Materials - Fri - Sun 6a-6p

Novo Building Products; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Building Products is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely manage product movement within the warehouse. This role emphasizes essential skills in forklift operation, physical capability for handling heavy loads, and maintaining inventory accuracy. Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits are offered to support a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401k program with employer match

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate a forklift following safety requirements.
• Must be able to lift weights up to 50 - 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Physical handling of awkward product lengths is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to move products in warehouse.
• Maintain inventory control using a scan gun.
• Engage in safety practices and risk awareness.

Skills

Basic math skills

Interpersonal/team skills

Reasoning skills

Tools

Forklift

Hand-held scanner

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 $20 Hr

Shift - 6am - 6pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday

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

NOVO Building Products is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer M/F/D/V

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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