Forklift Operator, Sawmill 2nd Shift

Emanuelchamber; Baxley (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Interfor is seeking a safety-minded Forklift Operator for the 2nd shift at the Baxley, Georgia sawmill. You will safely operate a forklift to move, load, and organize products, supporting efficient production operations.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, forklift certification or ability to obtain it, strong communication, and readiness for weekend work. The role emphasizes safety and teamwork in a dynamic mill environment.

Qualifications

• High School education or GED equivalent preferred but not required.
• Forklift certification or the ability to be certified within a reasonable amount of time.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and respond in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift safely in accordance with OSHA standards and guidelines.
• Move inventory and materials across facilities.
• Stack and organize large bulk items.
• Perform daily pre-shift forklift inspections.
• Update inventory activity and log all completed tasks.
• Adhere to all safety policies and prevent damage to mill property.
• Some weekend work required.
• Walk, stand, and lift up to 50 lbs as part of duties.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Inventory management

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Forklift Operator, Sawmill 2nd Shift, Baxley, Georgia

Interfor is seeking a safety-minded, skilled, and motivated Forklift Operator to join our 2nd Shift team in the Sawmill. The successful candidate will be responsible for safely operating a forklift to move, load, and organize products throughout the mill, supporting efficient and smooth production operations. The pay rate for this position is $22.41 per hour.

What You'll Do

• Operate forklift in a safe manner in accordance with all Interfor and OSHA standards and guidelines.
• Move inventory and materials across company facilities.
• Stack and organize large bulk items.
• Will require getting on and off forklift to verify runner/cross out placement; monitor green yard quality.
• Work as part of a team to load and/or unload materials.
• Update inventory activity, lists, records, and log all completed tasks.
• Note and request any damaged materials or replacements needed.
• Make sure problems with spills, etc. that may occur are corrected and cleaned up before leaving the shift.
• Perform daily pre-shift forklift inspections.
• Clean forklifts routinely using the pressure washer.
• Assist in changing tires or performing any preventative maintenance tasks as specified.
• Adhere to all safety policies and perform tasks in a safe and responsible manner to ones person and no damage to mill property occurs in anyway.
• Observe all procedures specified in the job safety analysis to prevent any injuries.
• Must adhere to all MOPED safety policies and procedures
• Perform any duties required as specified by the direct supervisor or any other mill supervision.
• Some weekend work required.
• Physical Requirements: Walking, Standing and Sitting, Stairs, Bending and Lifting (Up to 50 lbs.).

What You Offer

• High School education or GED equivalent preferred but not required.
• Forklift certified or the ability to be certified within a reasonable amount of time and usually within one training course.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Must be able to respond in emergency situations and go through the proper emergency procedures.

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