Forklift Operator - Day Shift

AMERICAN LUMBER; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Weekly direct deposit

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

PPE provided

Career advancement

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short‑ and long‑term disability

Paid vacation

Job summary

American Lumber, a division of American Trade Group, Inc., seeks an experienced Forklift Operator for our remanufacturing facility in Bryan, Texas. You will move lumber, load/unload trucks, and keep materials organized for production and shipping.

The ideal candidate is safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and able to work quickly in a manufacturing setting. Prior forklift experience and reliable attendance are essential; training and PPE are provided, with weekly direct deposit and opportunities

Qualifications

• Prior forklift experience moving bundles of lumber or similar products.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to load/unload lumber bundles.
• Transport lumber to pre-staging areas and ensure material organization.
• Perform routine forklift inspections and maintain a clean work area.
• Coordinate with Shipping Manager and Operations to support production goals.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

About Us

American Trade Group, Inc. is a diversified organization supporting the construction and building industries through a portfolio of companies that includes American Lumber, a leading manufacturer and wholesale distributor; Lane One Transport, a transportation and logistics company; and Rafter 12 Custom Homes.

Founded in 1986, American Trade Group has built a strong history of consistent year‑over‑year growth. American Lumber has been recognized as an Aggie 100 company, honoring the fastest‑growing businesses owned or operated by Texas A&M University alumni—a reflection of our entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence.

At American Lumber, our mission—We Cut Through Challenges so You Can Focus on Success—guides the work we do every day. Driven by our vision toBuild a Stronger America, One Solution at a Time, we focus on solving real problems, supporting our partners, and building long‑term relationships. Our culture is grounded in our core values ofService, Innovation, and Partnership, with a shared commitment to collaboration, growth, and operational excellence.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Earn up to 40 hours of paid vacation within your first 90 days
• Perfect Attendance Bonus: Earn an additional$1 per scheduled hour worked, paid weekly. Consecutive weeks earn $2 per scheduled hour worked, paid weekly.
• Safety Incentive Program with quarterly rewards and a special annual award for injury‑free performance
• Weekly pay via direct deposit
• Opportunities for advancement and skill development
• On‑the‑job training provided
• Company‑provided PPE
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Health insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short‑and long‑term disability
  • Paid vacation

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and dependable Forklift Operator to join our team at our remanufacturing facility in Bryan, Texas. This position supports daily plant operations by safely and efficiently moving lumber, loading and unloading trucks, and keeping materials organized and accessible for production and shipping.

The ideal candidate is safety-conscious, attentive to detail, and comfortable handling large, heavy loads in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include staging lumber for production, transporting finished products to designated storage areas, completing routine equipment inspections, and communicating with production and shipping teams to keep materials moving while preventing damage to products and equipment.

Applicants must have prior forklift experience moving bundles of lumber or similar products to qualify. We are looking for someone who takes pride in safe equipment operation, maintains a clean and organized work area, and brings consistent attendance, teamwork, and a strong work ethic to the job.

What You’ll Do

This role is responsible for operating a forklift to load and unload bundles of lumber. This will include transporting lumber into the plant and setting it in designated pre‑staging areas, assisting with monthly inventory counts, forklift inspection, and other duties as assigned by management.

This position reports to the Shipping Manager and works closely with operations to support production goals.