Mobile Equip - Op I / Entry Level Forklift Operator

LP Building Solutions; Hanceville (AL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Career mobility

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer opportunities

Profit sharing

Job summary

LP Building Solutions is seeking a forklift operator for our OSB manufacturing facility. You will move finished products from the mainline to the warehouse and support line operations in a safe, efficient manner.

We value reliability and teamwork. A high school diploma and 3–6 months of forklift experience are preferred; a valid driver’s license is required to operate equipment on site. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–6 months experience in mobile equipment operation preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license to operate mobile equipment.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage finished product from mainline production.
• Organize product stored in warehouse.
• Facilitate the process of re-graded product exiting the mainline.
• Complete forklift inspection checklist.
• Maintain supplies for mainline strapper and related materials.
• Assist with mill forklift needs.
• Inventory and communicate downgraded material to sawline operator.
• Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations.

Skills

Equipment operation

Equipment maintenance

Time management

Mechanical ability

Safety rules

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP Building Solutions) is a leading provider of high-performance building solutions that meet the demands of builders, remodelers, and homeowners worldwide. We manufacture engineered wood building products that include an extensive offering of innovative and dependable building materials and accessories. LP’s values-driven culture creates an environment where talented and hardworking people thrive in an ethical, inclusive, challenging, and rewarding place to work. Since our founding in 1972, we’ve developed careers and provided advancement opportunities in the building products industry. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 facilities across North and South America. For more information, visit LPCorp.com.

Job Purpose

To operate a forklift on the mainline in an OSB manufacturing facility, moving finished product to the warehouse.

In This Position You Will Have The Opportunity To

• Organize and manage finished product from mainline production
• Organize product stored in warehouse
• Facilitate the process of re-graded product exiting the mainline
• Complete forklift inspection checklist
• Maintain supplies for mainline strapper (cross-outs, strap, Techshield bags and paint)
• Assist with mill forklift needs
• Inventory and communicate downgraded material to sawline operator
• Perform other duties as necessary.
• Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations.

What do I need to be successful?

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of simple equipment operation.
• Knowledge of general equipment maintenance.
• Time management skills.
• Demonstrated mechanical ability.
• Ability to read and understand safety rules and regulations.
• Must posess a valid driver's license to operate mobile equipment

Education

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.

Experience

• 3 – 6 months experience in mobile equipment operation preferred.
• Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.

Work Environment

Plant environment with exposure to sawdust, chemicals, extreme temperatures, and other inclement conditions.

LP offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits and programs including health and welfare benefits, 401(k) program, career mobility, tuition reimbursement, volunteer opportunities, profit sharing and more.