Forklift Operator II - 2nd Shift

Shaw Industries Inc; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits (after 30 

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid vacation

Comparable weekly wages

Job summary

Shaw Industries in Savannah, GA is seeking a Forklift Operator II for the 2nd shift to build custom orders and move merchandise from trailers to storage locations and back for shipping. The role is based in Savannah, GA with an 8-hour, non-rotating PM shift (3:00 pm – 11:00 pm) and consistent year-round work.

The position starts at $21.64 per hour, with potential progression to $22.53/hr at 6 months and $24.07/hr at 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Receiving a pull task with information on the hard surface material to be pulled and retrieving the correct material with a lift truck.
• Transporting a pallet by forklift to and from location.
• Complete paperwork as required.
• Wrap and band hard surface materials prepared on pallets.
• Prepare and package miscellaneous items in boxes for shipment.
• Tape and repair any damaged packages.
• Raise/Lower dock plate
• Use orange cone system for full or empty trailers
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager

Job description

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Full time

R-158960

Job Title

Forklift Operator II - 2nd Shift

Position Overview

To build custom orders to fulfill order requests. Position is also responsible for the transport of merchandise from trailers to storage locations and from storage areas to trailers for shipping.

Position works out of Savannah, GA.

$21.64 Per Hour Starting pay.

Forklift associates have the opportunity to progress at 6 months to $22.53/hr. and $24.07 at 1 year.

Monday – Friday 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Consistent year around work

Professionally maintained, reliable, and safe equipment

Medical and dental benefits (after 30 days of employment)

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid vacation

Comparable weekly wages

Essential Functions:

Receiving a pull task with information on the hard surface material to be pulled and retrieving the correct material with a lift truck.

Transporting a pallet by forklift to and from location.

Complete paperwork as required.

Wrap and band hard surface materials prepared on pallets.

Prepare and package miscellaneous items in boxes for shipment.

Tape and repair any damaged packages.

Raise/Lower dock plate

Use orange cone system for full or empty trailers

Perform other duties as assigned by Manager

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to sit or stand on lift truck for the entire shift.

Must be able to mount/dismount lift truck on an average 15 times per hour while using three points of contact

Must be able to work in a warehouse environment which may be quite warm or cool.

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Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts PM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

A history of success, a future of possibility

Founded in 1967, Shaw Industries' leadership has been built on a history of success. Over time, our products have expanded, the customers we serve have been broadened, and the technology we use has advanced, but our vision to create a better future remains the same. Exceeding our customers' expectations for quality, service and performance is at the heart of our business.

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