Pressroom Forklift Operator

Lakeside Book Company; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeside Book Company is seeking a Forklift Driver (Pressroom) in Harrisonburg, VA to move materials and finished products. You will perform daily inspections, scan containers, and input information into the COMN system, with training provided for career growth.

The role offers a starting rate of $19.15 per hour and stable day hours in a manufacturing setting, with advancement opportunities available as you develop your skills and cross-train for broader responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Previous forklift experience, standup and sit down.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand or sit for the entire duration of your shift.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate Forklift equipment, to move materials and finished products.
• Scan containers to ensure system accuracy.
• Inspect your forklift on a daily basis and service the batteries.
• Process departmental paperwork.
• Use a computer to utilize the internal company COMN system for job information.

Skills

Forklift operation

Container scanning

Equipment inspection

Data entry

COMN system usage

Tools

COMN system

Job description

As a Forklift Driver in our Pressroom, you will operate forklift equipment to move materials and products, perform daily inspections, accurately scan containers, use a computer to input information and receive training to further your career. As the largest bookmaker in the United States, you will help move the finished product out the door and into the hands of readers across the country. A minimum 6 months forklift experience is preferred, but not required. Advancement opportunities are available!

Starting Rate: $19.15

Hours: 6am-6pm Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun, Wed, Thur.

Location: 2347 Kratzer Rd; Harrisonburg, VA 22802 and 1025 Willow Springs Rd; Harrisonburg, VA 22801

As a Forklift Operator, you will:

• Operate Forklift equipment, to move materials and finished products
• Scan containers to ensure system accuracy
• Inspect your forklift on a daily basis and service the batteries
• Process departmental paperwork
• Use a computer to utilize the internal company COMN system for job information

Qualifications:

• Previous forklift experience, standup and sit down
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand or sit for the entire duration of your shift
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

At Lakeside Book Company, we value craftsmanship and collaboration by encouraging employees to improve their skills and capabilities. To that end, in addition to meeting the qualification requirements for this position, preference will be given to candidates who agree to participate in cross-training which includes achieving qualified status within the position and assuming responsibility as a back-up to lateral and progressive roles, as needed.