Heat-Treat Forklift Operator: Precision & Safety

Weir; Mississippi; On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career development

Wellness programs

Global inclusion

Job summary

Weir ESCO is seeking a safety-focused Oven Puller (Forklift Operator) to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you’ll operate a forklift to move castings through the heat treatment process while supporting production, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe, efficient workflow.

This position requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least 2 years of forklift experience, plus strong communication and basic math skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of verifiable forklift operating experience.
• Strong communication, reading, writing, and basic math skills.
• Basic computer proficiency required.
• Proven commitment to workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift for approximately 75% or more of each 10-hour shift, loading castings into heat-treat ovens and unloading hot castings safely and efficiently.
• Conduct basic forklift inspections, monitor fuel levels, remove scale and debris from ovens and quench tanks, and assist with minor maintenance and repairs as directed.
• Transport pallets, trays, and castings throughout the facility, remove finished products, and manage scrap materials to support continuous production.
• Perform duties in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, including extreme heat and cold, while working on concrete floors.
• Follow all safety procedures and actively support Weir’s commitment to a zero-harm workplace culture.
• Success in this role is measured by safe forklift operation, productivity, attendance, quality workmanship, and adherence to safety standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Reading & writing

Basic math

Computer basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Weir ESCO is seeking a safety-focused Oven Puller (Forklift Operator) to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you’ll operate a forklift to move castings through the heat treatment process while supporting production, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe, efficient workflow.

This position requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least 2 years of forklift experience, plus strong communication and basic math skills.