Lumber Plant Forklift Operator — Safe, Hands-On Career

Weyerhaeuser Company; Grifton (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Weyerhaeuser Company is seeking an Industrial Forklift Operator for our Lumber facility in Grifton, NC. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts and kilns, moving green and dried lumber, recording data in SAP, and maintaining a clean, safe work area. A 12-hour rotating shift with potential overtime is required. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of experience operating a large forklift.
• Able to work safely and follow all company policies and procedures.
• Must have demonstrated leadership and team skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have good computer skills. (Strong Excel skills)
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to conduct visual equipment inspections, perform basic preventive maintenance and assist maintenance in troubleshooting/improving equipment.
• Must be able to do basic math, read dials, and insert data into spreadsheets.
• Must be willing to work a 12-hour, rotating/variable shift, including weekends, overtime, and holidays.
• Able to work in extreme temperatures, in dusty and noisy conditions, while wearing safety equipment.
• Must be able to meet the essential job function of this position, including but not limited to lift 2-20 pounds regularly, lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, climb steps and ladders, work from height, and work in tight spaces
• Successful completion of assessment process, background check and post-offer pre-employment drug screen and physical

Responsibilities

• Operate large forklift to move packs of green lumber and stack on kiln carts.
• Operate and maintain CDK kilns, perform calibration and maintenance.
• Manage lumber rotation and follow QC guidelines.
• Input requisitions into SAP.
• Set-up and tear down kiln cars.
• Band lumber at green stacker.
• Keep kiln area and yards clean and organized.
• Follow safety policies and wear PPE.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Excel

Self-motivation

Team skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

SAP

Job description

Weyerhaeuser Company is seeking an Industrial Forklift Operator for our Lumber facility in Grifton, NC. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts and kilns, moving green and dried lumber, recording data in SAP, and maintaining a clean, safe work area. A 12-hour rotating shift with potential overtime is required. Equal opportunity employer.