Take Off / Lift Operator

Saint--gobain; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Overtime pay

Benefits

Job summary

The Take Off / Lift Operator role at Saint-Gobain is responsible for operating bundling and lifting equipment to stack, tape, and bundle gypsum wallboard for outbound shipments. The job requires frequent forklift operation, quality inspections, and accurate production counts in a fast-paced plant near Seattle.

Shifts are 12 hours from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM with three night openings. Applicants must follow safety protocols, LOTO, and keep a clean, efficient work area while meeting production targets.

Qualifications

• Must follow safety policies and LOTO requirements.
• Accurately maintain production counts and documentation.
• Operate bundler, stacker, forklift safely per standards.
• Perform routine quality inspections and escalate issues.

Responsibilities

• Operate bundler, stacker, forklift, and related equipment safely to move wallboard.
• Load, transport, stage, and store finished products within the warehouse.
• Perform daily forklift inspections and basic equipment maintenance.
• Support line operations by replenishing materials and clearing rejects.
• Complete data entry, safety audits, and incident reporting.

Skills

Safety awareness

Forklift operation

Quality inspections

Data entry

Team collaboration

Tools

Bundler equipment

Stacker

Forklift

Job description

The Take Off / Lift Operator is primarily responsible to use machines according to safety standards around the production line that stacks, tapes, and bundles gypsum wallboard board together for outbound shipments to customers. The successful candidate will also be responsible to add spacers (known as sluetters) between stacks of bundled wallboard, performing timely quality inspections on a regular schedule using an internal computer and written system(s), ensuring the accuracy of production count, and transporting the bundled gypsum wallboard to the correct area of the warehouse operating a forklift and other equipment.

The Take Off / Lift Operator reports directly to the Shift Manager and works 12-hour shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM. We are currently recruiting for three (3) Night Shift openings.

Is this job for you ?

• Champion a safety-first culture by adhering to all safety policies, procedures, Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) requirements, and workplace safety initiatives.
• Operate bundler, stacker, forklift, and related equipment safely and efficiently to produce and move wallboard in accordance with quality and production standards.
• Perform routine quality inspections, maintain accurate product counts, and promptly elevate quality or production concerns to appropriate leadership.
• Load, transport, stage, and store finished wallboard products within the warehouse while complying with all traffic patterns and material-handling requirements.
• Conduct daily forklift inspections, refueling, and basic equipment maintenance to ensure operational readiness and safe performance.
• Support line operations by replenishing production materials and consumables, clearing rejected product, and maintaining continuous workflow.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, responding to production upsets, and supporting corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment through adherence to housekeeping standards and operational best practices.
• Complete required documentation, data entry, inventory tracking, safety audits, incident reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives accurately and on time.
• Collaborate effectively with team members by participating in shift meetings, training programs, safety committees, and continuous improvement activities while maintaining reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Works in a manufacturing plant environment with limited HVAC, concrete floors, and exposure to industrial noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature changes.
• Normal plant operation is 24 hours, 7 days a week and work hours may vary depending on business needs.
• May require long hours, and weekend and holiday work.

Physical Demands:

• Must be capable of wearing personal protective equipment necessary to comply with government and company safety standards whenever engineered methods of reducing hazards or physical requirements cannot be reasonably accommodated
• Perform tasks that require extensive and rigorous walking, bending, twisting, pushing and pulling, gripping, stair, and ladder climbing, entering confined spaces, navigating rough terrain, and occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs.
• May require long periods of sitting, walking, standing, working on a computer, or engaging in telephone conversations.

A little more about us

Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings.

A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [emailprotected] .

Benefits in joining us

Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the local pay range for this position, which is $29.29 to $32.63 per hour, plus 2 nd and 3 rd Shift differential of $1.15 per hour. This hourly pay rate offered can vary depending on location, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. In addition to the hourly base pay rate, this position is eligible for periodic bonus payments. The targeted bonus amount can be up to 5 or 6% of hourly rate based on company and individual performance measures. The total annual target cash range (Hourly Pay Rate plus Bonus, annualized (40 hrs/week * 52wks) for this position, is $63,969 to $71,942. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Additional Pay Incentives for This Role Include:

• Shift Differentials (Hourly Rate + Shift Differential of $1.15 per hour)
• Standard Overtime (Hourly Rate X 1.5) and Double-Time ( Hourly Rate X 2)

Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs including:

• Union-provided Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Union-provided Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• Union-provided Pension Plan
• Union-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Accident Insurance
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child and Elder Care
• Company-allowance for steel-toe shoes and safety glasses

This role may be covered by a Union. In the event of any discrepancy between this posting and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the CBA shall govern.