Lumber Warehouse Forklift Operator - 2nd shift

Novo Building Products; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Building Products is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join their team in Dallas. This role involves safely loading and unloading heavy loads and requires strong forklift operation skills along with a focus on safety. Candidates should have experience with forklifts and must be comfortable operating in a busy environment. Benefits include competitive wages and additional incentives, and the company values a dynamic culture where team contributions are encouraged.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k program with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum one year of experience operating a forklift.
• Ability to read, understand, and carry out written procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operates a forklift to safely move products and pallets.
• Ensures accurate product scanning with a radio frequency scanner.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety focus

Basic math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator experienced in loading/unloading heavy loads onto flatbed trailers. The ideal candidate should have strong forklift operation skills and a focus on safety. If you have a proven track record in this area, we encourage you to apply.

Schedule: 2nd shift - Monday - Friday

Pay: $19.75/hr.

Benefits at 60 days

Essential Responsibilities
• Operates a forklift to move products and pallets throughout the warehouse to an area safely.
• Communicate any discrepancies, product issues, or safety issues with the Supervisor.
• Ensures that product is moved and scanned using a radio frequency scanner to the correct location and confirms product labels are accurate.
• Maintains a clean and safe area free and clear of any debris.
• Anticipates the needs of the business, keeping like products together and accessible.
• Successfully passes all Novo forklift training and operates a forklift following all safety requirements established within Novo.
• May place standup items into designated areas by hand as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• Effectively perform all essential functions, including physical requirements
• Ability to move awkward product lengths and weight.
• Experience with operating a forklift with a rate rating of 6,500 pounds.
• Use of proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and company-approved tools while remaining aware of hazards and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Basic math, interpersonal/team, and reasoning skills
• Ability to read, understand, and carry out written procedures and standard work instructions.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Flexibility in scheduling – able to work overtime as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in distribution or manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating a forklift primarily with product weights of 2500 lbs. or more.
• Prior experience lifting wide loads as long as 18 feet.
• Minimum one year of experience operating a forklift.
• High School Diploma or GED

Why Work with Us?

We offer competitive wages, shift premium, and benefits. Benefits include a clean work environment, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, employee assistance program, Paid Time Off (PTO), 401k program with employer match.

We have a dynamic culture with our team members who are encouraged to contribute, change, grow and get rewarded accordingly. If you're passionate about contributing to a great team, we would love to hear from you!

Novo Building Products is an industry-leading manufacturer and distributor of stair parts, mouldings, doors, and specialty millwork, along with a variety of board products. Based in Zeeland, Michigan, Novo Building Products operates Ornamental Decorative Millwork, L.J. Smith Stair Systems, and Novo Direct.

Just as our products are used to build something new and inspire others to make living spaces more beautiful, we endeavor to positively impact the people and communities we touch every day.

For more details and benefits information, please visit our website at: www.novobp.com/careers

ADENTRA and each of its flagship brands is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. As part of our hiring process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing and background checks unless prohibited by state or local law.

Qualifications Experience

Required

Preferred

Warehouse Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Hilo License

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