Forklift - Swing Shift

Vaagen Brothers Lumber Co Inc; Colville (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaagen Brothers Lumber Co Inc is seeking a Forklift Operator for a swing shift in Colville, WA. This full-time role focuses on transferring lumber units safely, tagging inventory, and supporting yard organization in a lean workplace.

Candidates should be 18+, hold a HS diploma or GED, and be able to pass background and pre-employment screenings. The position offers benefits and 40+ hour weeks with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow safety procedures and maintain safe work habits.
• Reliable attendance and dependability are essential.
• Lean techniques and continuous improvement familiarity preferred.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, bend, and reach for shift work.

Responsibilities

• Transfer stacked units of inventory per standards.
• Tag units with bar-code tags for inventory tracking.
• Move and load trucks and unload deliveries.
• Keep work areas clean and in safe condition.
• Assist in training new employees and support lean practices.

Skills

Safety focus

Attendance reliability

Lean experience

Physical stamina

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

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Forklift - Swing Shift

Full Time Regular Manual Labor Colville, WA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1126

Salary Range: $20.00 To $30.00 Hourly

Vaagen Bros. Lumber Inc. is a family-owned wood products manufacturer that has operated in northeastern Washington for over 70 years. We heavily believe in continuous improvement and respect for people and are currently in a Lean transformation. We operate sawmills in Colville and Usk, WA. Vaagen Bros. currently employs over 175 employees.

The primary role of the Forklift position is to transfer units of lumber with a continued focus on safety, and productivity. A desirable candidate will have a great deal of attention to detail and respect for people and company property.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Transfer stacked units of inventory according to set standards
• Monitor the quality of product and notify the appropriate personnel if substandard conditions exist
• Tag units with bar-code tags for inventory tracking and planning purposes
• Load and even end stickers for the stacker
• Fix all units that are not stacked properly, stack drop-out lumber
• Empty board racks, board bin, and sticker bin into the Whole Log Chipper daily
• Performs mandatory pre-shift checklists and daily maintenance records
• Assist with preventive/predictive maintenance activities and cleaning
• Maintain an organized yard by length, width, and species
• Move and/or load trucks and unload deliveries
• Assist in training and mentoring of new employees
• Float between departments to assist in areas of greatest need
• Know, Understand, and Apply the Lock-out Tag-out procedures
• Entry level laborer sawmill duties, including but not limited to, stacking boards, general cleanup, removal of wood waste and debris, and tending machines
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Ensure tools, supplies, and equipment are always in their "home locations"
• Maintain lines of communication with other team members
• Learning and applying lean business practices
• Fill out a maintenance request and Idea Cards when needed
• Other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Ensure safe work practices & follow safety procedures
• Dependable and reliable with a good attendance record
• Ability to streamline processes and cut waste within area of responsibility
• Lean techniques and experience preferred
• Must be 18+ years old to work in an industrial sawmill environment
• Must have HS Diploma/GED
• Must be able to continuously stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders safely. The weight required to be lifted each normal workday may occasionally exceed fifty (50) pounds at a time
• Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check. However, having a criminal record will not automatically eliminate you from consideration for the job. Records will be considered based on the requirements of RCW 9.96A.020, RCW 43.43, WAC
• Must be able to successfully pass a drug test and pre-employment physical exam
• This is a safety sensitive position for which impairment while working presents a substantial risk of death

HOURS/DAYS/SCHEDULE:

• 40+ hours a week
• Full time

SALARY/WAGE/BENEFITS:

Full benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D insurance, long term disability, PTO and 401k with match

For more information, please visit our website www.vaagenbros.com or our social media platforms.

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