Senior Forklift Operator

binderholz; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Overtime opportunities

Career growth within an international

Job summary

Binderholz in Enfield, NC is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to move heavy lumber packs, load trucks, and maintain an orderly yard. This full-time role requires operating high-capacity forklifts with a safety-first mindset in a busy industrial environment.

Qualified candidates will have 5+ years of forklift experience, direct Kalmar DCG160-12 / DCG200-12 exposure, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. The job includes day and night shifts with structured 3-on/2-off rotations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience operating heavy forklifts (16,000+ lbs).
• Direct experience with Kalmar DCG160-12 / DCG200-12 forklifts.
• Background in timber yards, sawmills, shipping, or industrial logistics.
• Ability to read and follow load plans.
• Must be able to work outdoors and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong safety focus and reliable teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate Kalmar DCG160-12 and DCG200-12 forklifts (or similar high-capacity equipment).
• Load and unload trucks with long, heavy timber bundles.
• Transport lumber between kilns, storage areas, and production lines.
• Navigate tight yard areas and maintain optimal material flow.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and document usage or issues.
• Maintain yard organization to ensure efficient operations.
• Assist with manual movement or arrangement of lumber and dunnage.
• Follow all safety procedures and company protocols.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Read load plans

Tools

Kalmar DCG160-12

Kalmar DCG200-12

Job description

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Full Time Manual Labor Enfield, NC, US

13 days ago Requisition ID: 1200

About the Role

This is a physically demanding, high-responsibility position. Forklift Operators handle heavy lumber packs, moving materials between production areas, the yard, and loading trucks — often under tight time constraints.Beyond operating large-capacity forklifts, this role requires strong organizational skills to maintain an efficient and orderly yard. You’ll need to frequently get in and out of your machine and be able to lift and adjust heavy dunnage and lumber by hand.

This is not an entry-level position — we are seeking experienced operators with a safety-first mindset and strong situational awareness in busy industrial environments.

• Rotating 12-Hour Shifts:
  • Day: 6:45 AM – 7:15 PM or
  • Night: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
  • Schedule: 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off (alternating weekly)
• Weekday Shifts:
  • Day: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Mon–Fri)
  • Night: 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM (Mon–Fri)

What You'll Do

• Operate Kalmar DCG160-12 and DCG200-12 forklifts (or similar high-capacity equipment)
• Load and unload trucks with long, heavy timber bundles
• Transport lumber between kilns, storage areas, and production lines
• Navigate tight yard areas and maintain optimal material flow
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and document usage or issues
• Maintain yard organization to ensure efficient operations
• Assist with manual movement or arrangement of lumber and dunnage
• Follow all safety procedures and company protocols

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ yearsof experience operating heavy forklifts (16,000+ lbs)
• Direct experience with Kalmar DCG160-12 / DCG200-12 forklifts or equivalent
• Background in timber yards, sawmills, shipping, or industrial logistics
• Strong attention to safety, efficiency, and yard organization
• Ability to read and follow verbal/written load plans and instructions
• Must be able to:
  • Frequently enter/exit forklift
  • Lift and maneuver heavy materials (up to 50 lbs)
  • Work outdoors in variable weather
• Mechanically inclined and proactive with equipment upkeep
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Adaptable to fast‑changing priorities and deadlines
• Reliable, punctual, and self‑motivated
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods
• Frequent lifting, bending, and handling of heavy materials
• Exposure to moving mechanical equipment

Binderholzis Europe’s leading manufacturer of solid wood products and innovative mass timber construction solutions. Founded in Austria in 1957, our family‑owned company is now expanding across North America, with production sites in Enfield, NC and Live Oak, FL, and a U.S. sales office in Atlanta, GA.

At Binderholz, we value precision, safety, sustainability, and a strong work ethic. We’re building something lasting — and we’re looking for professionals who take pride in what they do.

• Life insurance and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Overtime opportunities
• Career growth within an international company

Binderholz is an equal opportunity employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.