Steel Forklift Operator — 1st Shift, Growth & Benefits

Precoat Metals; Winsted (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement savings plan with company match

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Winsted is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to support efficient loading operations. The role involves using Hyster forklifts to load steel products, ensuring safety and timely deliveries, while maintaining excellent customer relationships. Candidates must have prior forklift certification or experience with loading steel. The company offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, alongside opportunities for professional development and flexible work hours.

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to achieve a forklift certification or have acquired past certification.
• Must be able to work flex hours as the need arises, including working on a different shift.
• Experience operating heavy machinery other than warehouse forklifts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Loading building materials and components using standard and heavy-duty forklifts.
• Assure all parts are accounted for and properly marked and staged for loading.
• Load all material onto flatbed trailers.
• Inspect all material for damage prior to loading on trailers.
• Perform pre-shift equipment inspections.
• Responsible for housekeeping and cleanliness of the loading area.

Skills

Forklift operation

Loading steel products

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hyster forklifts

Job description

A manufacturing company in Winsted is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to support efficient loading operations. The role involves using Hyster forklifts to load steel products, ensuring safety and timely deliveries, while maintaining excellent customer relationships. Candidates must have prior forklift certification or experience with loading steel. The company offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, alongside opportunities for professional development and flexible work hours.