Forklift Operator (nights)

United Felts, Inc; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

United Felts, Inc. is seeking a warehouse associate in Martinsville, VA to maintain organized storage of rolls and pallets and support shipping with accurate order processing. You will operate a forklift, perform safety checks, and help set up production lines, while keeping a clean, safe work environment.

The role requires a GED/HS diploma or manufacturing experience and a focus on space optimization, damage prevention, and effective communication with supervisors and slitter operators.

Qualifications

• GED/HS diploma required or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Previous forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain organized storage of rolls and pallets to optimize space and minimize damage.
• Perform forklift checks and report any maintenance needs.
• Assist shipping by reviewing loading/receiving documents to ensure accurate orders.
• Load and unload trucks as needed and pull orders to slitter.
• Communicate with supervisors and operators to support production flow.
• Follow safety policies and keep a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Organizational skills

Team communication

Education

GED/High School Diploma

Job description

Participate in maintaining the storage of warehouse rolls and pallets in an organized manner. Assist shipping in reviewing bill of loading or receiving slip to ensure our customer’s orders are processed accurately and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform forklift checks to maintain proper working order and report any problems or maintenance that may be needed.
• Be observant and alert of surroundings at all times.
• Keep rolls and pallets organized to utilize space and to prevent material damage.
• Communicate with Supervisors and slitter operators to determine what their needs will be in order to keep production rolling.
• Set up the production lines rolls and pallets.
• Set up the slitter’s rolls.
• Keep a log of rolls returned to stock, which includes the roll number, length, width, gauge and location.
• Pull orders from location to slitter.
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks.
• Fill in as forklift operator in warehouse when needed.
• Work in a safe manner at all times by following the company safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean work environment by performing cleaning duties when required.
• Perform other related duties incidental to work described herein.
• Will at times be asked to perform other duties.

Education & Experience

• GED/High School Diploma or previous manufacturing experience

Benefits - we offer a competitive total compensation package including health, vision, and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, income protection insurance, off the job accident insurance, PTO and more!

Vortex Companies, LLC and all of its subsidiaries, considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or sexual orientation. All applicants will be considered solely on the basis of their qualifications.

We are a fair chance employer.

Want to be part of one of the country’s fastest growing infrastructure businesses? United Felts, Inc. and Vortex Companies, LLC delivers cutting edge trenchless technologies and turnkey services to make the worlds water cleaner and we’re growing every day!

We think BIG about solving the world’s toughest challenges in failing water, sewer and industrial infrastructure.

At United Felts, you will be surrounded with a culture that puts your safety first in all we do. If you like a fast-paced environment, a team structure that provides support, training, and development, then

The pay range for this role is:

18.70 - 18.70 USD per hour (United Felts - Martinsville)