Forklift Operator — Shipping, Receiving & Inventory

Insteel Industries; Mount Airy (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Paid time off including holidays and/v

401(k) with match

Stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement assistance

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Job summary

Insteel Industries in Mount Airy, NC is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Material Handler. You will operate forklifts and cranes, manage inventory, and run shipping reports. The role supports production and requires adherence to safety and OSHA guidelines.

Responsibilities include training new staff, maintaining organized work areas, and meeting production goals. The environment is a heavy manufacturing plant with potential overtime and weekend work.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow safety procedures and OSHA guidelines.
• Read and follow work orders, production instructions, and safety manuals.
• Experience using hand tools and measuring equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle materials safely.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Experience maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of safety equipment and procedures for shipping/receiving operations; ensures a clean and organized work area.
• Operates forklifts and/or overhead cranes to load/unload material, and stores materials safely and efficiently.
• Manage inventory by monitoring levels, performing cycle counts, and resolving discrepancies.
• Runs reports (ship confirms, bills of lading, pick slips) and processes intercompany transfers as requested by sales.
• Inspects finished products for quality, stages materials, and supports production as needed.
• Trains new employees, collaborates with production supervisors, and handles other shipping and production duties.

Skills

Safety procedures

Reading instructions

Hand tools

Math basics

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Insteel Industries in Mount Airy, NC is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Material Handler. You will operate forklifts and cranes, manage inventory, and run shipping reports. The role supports production and requires adherence to safety and OSHA guidelines.

Responsibilities include training new staff, maintaining organized work areas, and meeting production goals. The environment is a heavy manufacturing plant with potential overtime and weekend work.