Forklift Operator & Material Handler

General Shale; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Production Bonus

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Time Off and Referral Program

Job summary

Watsontown Brick, a trusted brand within General Shale, is seeking a Forklift Operator to support production operations at our Pennsylvania facility. You will safely move, stage, and ship materials while contributing to inventory accuracy and workplace safety.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts up to 14,000 lbs, performing daily inspections, documenting shipments, and maintaining a clean, organized work area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Forklift experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts (up to 14,000 lbs) to transport and stack materials
• Support production and shipping by moving product as needed
• Perform routine forklift inspections and report equipment issues
• Ensure product quality during handling and shipment
• Accurately document shipped materials for inventory control
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Meet daily production goals and work overtime as required

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading & writing English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Watsontown Brick, a trusted brand within the General Shale family, is seeking a Forklift Operator to support production operations at our Watsontown, Pennsylvania manufacturing facility. This role is ideal for a motivated individual who can safely operate equipment and adapt to changing production needs.

Position Overview:

The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely moving, staging, and shipping materials throughout the plant while supporting production goals, inventory accuracy, and workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate forklifts (up to 14,000 lbs) to transport and stack materials

Support production and shipping by moving product as needed

Perform routine forklift inspections and report equipment issues

Ensure product quality during handling and shipment

Accurately document shipped materials for inventory control

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

Meet daily production goals and work overtime as required

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED preferred

Forklift experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred

Ability to read, write, and understand English

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Physical Requirements:

Ability to bend, twist, kneel, and lift up to 60 lbs

Ability to work in an active industrial environment

What We Offer:

Competitive pay with Monthly Production Bonus

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Time Off and Referral Program

Equal Opportunity Employer
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