Shipping Forklift Operator

West Fraser; Joyce (LA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,893,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting Day 1

Competitive starting pay

Medical, Dental & Vision

401K with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid vacations and holidays

Job summary

West Fraser is hiring for an entry-level forklift operator in our lumberyard. You will safely operate a forklift to move lumber, maintain inventory, and support clean, efficient work areas. You will engage with supervision and maintenance teams to address equipment and production issues, while following safety procedures.

We value mechanical aptitude, basic math, and reliable attendance. The role may require outdoor work in various conditions and occasional overtime to meet production needs.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude to identify lift issues and perform basic maintenance checks.
• Strong math skills for inventory and counting tasks.
• Must complete or have completed forklift operation training.
• Good communication skills to coordinate with supervisor and team.
• Commitment to safety and ability to follow lockout procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to move lumber and maintain production flow.
• Keep daily PM checklist and forklift clean.
• Maintain rough shed inventory and orderly workstations.
• Participate in safety procedures and housekeeping.
• Willing to work overtime, weekends, and other shifts as required.
• Perform entry level lumberyard duties as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Math skills

Forklift operation

Communication

Safety awareness

Team player

Physical fitness

Lockout procedures

Willing to learn

18+ with HS diploma

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

The schedule for this position is 40 Hours Per Week | Monday - Friday with an occasional Saturday | Rotating Shift (2 Weeks of Days - 2 Weeks of Nights).

What You Will Do:

• Safely operate a lift to keep lumber moved to and from work areas at all times.
• Communicate with your Supervisor and maintenance personnel to keep advised of equipment, flow production, or quality issues.
• Fill out daily PM checklist and keep forklift clean.
• Maintain accurate rough shed inventory.
• Maintain clean workstations & demonstrate good housekeeping behaviors.
• Keep staging area clean and pile bottoms straight.
• Operate equipment to maintain full production pace, quality, safety, and uptime.
• Demonstrate team player skills in working with co-workers & Supervisors.
• Have good performance, safety and attendance records.
• Demonstrate ability to work safely with & properly care for tools and equipment.
• Willingness to work overtime, odd hours, weekends, holidays & other shifts as required.

Required Skills And Experience You Will Need:

• Must have some mechanical knowledge to know when something is wrong with their lift.
• Must be able to add, subtract and do general math.
• Must have completed or be able to successfully complete forklift operation training.
• Must demonstrate good communication skills.
• Must have ability to identify & communicate potential problems & work to solve them.
• Must be physically capable of performing job duties.
• Know general lockout procedures & demonstrate safe behaviors.
• Willing to perform other duties or positions as required or requested by supervisor.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have a HS Diploma/GED

What You Will Do:

• Must be willing to perform entry level lumberyard duties, housekeeping duties, including use of a shovel, ground keeping, painting, janitorial, etc.
• Must be willing to stack various lengths of lumber
• May be assigned tasked indoors and outdoors, no matter the weather conditions
• Monitor lumber movement
• Move lumber through the process ensuring no lumber cross-ups
• Clear jammed lumber as necessary
• Assist others as necessary
• Perform quality checks
• Perform safety observations
• Follow all Safe Work Procedures
• Follow all Zero Energy State procedures
• Utilize downtime or slow time to enhance the appearance and productivity of the department
• Perform all job assignments in an effective and timely manner with minimal supervision
• Operate necessary equipment according to procedures
• Monitor assigned area and related area visually and via monitor screen.
• Remove/straighten out cross-ups using pike pole or picaroon
• Inspection of equipment
• Servicing and minor adjustments to the equipment (when necessary)
• Preventative maintenance
• Assist maintenance with servicing of equipment
• Cleaning of the equipment
• Documentation and reporting of results
• Daily greasing of necessary equipment and/or related equipment

What You Need To Be Successful:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum age of 18 years
• Excellent safety record
• Follow all safety criteria and contribute to the safety program
• Follow all electrical safety standards
• Willing to work any shift
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent attendance record
• Demonstrable mechanical aptitude
• Basic maintenance skills
• Capability to troubleshoot issues and diagnose problems within the department and/or related equipment.
• Able to maintain or assist with maintaining the assigned area and/or related equipment.
• Capability to perform preventative maintenance on your assigned machine
• Able to climb ladders and work in elevated workplaces
• Capable of working in tight close spaces
• Ability to make quality control checks and adjustments at the assigned area and/or other related equipment.
• Ability to keep the department clean and meet housekeeping standards.
• Willingness and ability to learn and use some basic computer-related operating skills
• Willing to train others within the department and/or related equipment
• Willing to cross-train on other equipment

What Will Make You Stand Out:

• Minimum of six (6) months in a manufacturing or industrial environment

Outstanding Benefits Package Including:

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).

We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace (DFW)