Kiln Forklift Operator - Rocky Creek Lumber

Avature; Frisco City (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Kiln Forklift Operator to join their dynamic team at a lumber facility. This role involves safely operating forklifts, adhering to safety guidelines, and collaborating with team members to ensure efficient operations. The company values diversity and promotes a culture of innovation and well-being, offering a comprehensive benefits plan that supports employees and their families. This position provides an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment while contributing to the production of high-quality building products. If you're looking for a rewarding career in a supportive workplace, this role is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• 6+ months of experience operating mobile equipment in industrial settings.
• Ability to adhere to safety and environmental guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a sit-down forklift to move lumber throughout the facility.
• Perform general housekeeping duties to maintain machinery and plant appearance.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Safety Compliance

Team Collaboration

Tools

Sit-Down Forklift

Job description

Kiln Forklift Operator - Rocky Creek Lumber

Georgia-Pacific is now hiring Forklift Operators in our kiln department at our Rocky Creek Lumber facility in Frisco City, Alabama. Starting pay is $21.00 per hour and up based on experience.

Our Team

Our Rocky Creek facility produces a variety of products from southern yellow pine, including dimension lumber, heavy studs, squares/timbers, and barn timbers. Georgia-Pacific’s building products business has consistently been among the nation’s top suppliers of building products to building materials dealers and large warehouse retailers. Georgia-Pacific employees strive for safety and health excellence while achieving an injury-free workplace.

What You Will Do

• Adhere to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures
• Safely operate a sit-down forklift to facilitate the movement of green and dry lumber throughout the facility
• Work collaboratively with other team members
• Perform general housekeeping duties to aid in keeping machinery functioning properly, recognizing needs for maintenance to reduce hazards, and maintain the appearance of the plant
• Climb stairs, ladders, and work at elevated heights
• Work in a hot, cold, and noisy industrial environment
• Work any shift including weekends and holidays
• Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours per day

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

At least six (6) months of experience operating mobile equipment in an industrial or construction environment.

What Will Put You Ahead

• At least one year of previous forklift operator experience in an industrial environment.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products, and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day – to make everyday products even better.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.