Warehouse And Yard Forklift Operator Material Handler

Harbin Lumber Company; Lavonia (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Harbin Lumber Company, Inc. in Lavonia, GA is seeking a Warehouse Yard Assistant for a full-time, day-shift role. Responsibilities include unloading and loading trucks, pulling orders for shipment, maintaining inventory, and keeping the yard clean and safe.

The position may require occasional travel with a driver to assist deliveries. Candidates should have forklift operation skills and pass the forklift operator licensing exam, plus good math and reading abilities.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation skills and license required.
• Good math and reading skills.
• No prior work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Unload vendor trucks and load shipments.
• Pull orders for shipment.
• Assist with inventory counts and keep storage neat and logical.
• Operate material handling equipment safely and report hazards.
• Maintain a clean, safe yard/work area and follow safety policies.
• Travel with a driver to assist delivery on occasion.

Skills

Forklift operation

Math skills

Reading skills

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Lavonia Lumberyard - Lavonia, GA 30553, Position Type: Full Time, Job Shift: Day, General Function:It is the responsibility of each employee of the Company to understand and promote the Company Mission Statement and Statement of Values while adhering to the Company Code of Conduct. The primary responsibility of this position is the loading and unloading of trucks, pulling orders, cleaning the yard and warehouse areas, and assisting customers.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Unloading vendor trucks
  • Receiving and unloading trucks.
  • Storing all incoming materials in proper location promptly.
• Inventory.
  • Assisting with inventory cycle counts.
  • Maintaining inventory in a neat and logical manner.
  • Ensuring no materials leave the yard or warehouse without a ticket.
  • Pulling orders for shipment.
• Safety.
  • Complying with Company safety policy.
  • Maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe work area.
  • Operating all material handling equipment in a safe manner.
  • Reporting all safety concerns immediately to the Warehouse and/or Yard Manager.
• Shipping.
  • Ensuring all shipments and customer pickups are done completely and accurately.
  • Loading all materials properly to allow a safe delivery.
  • Pulling orders for shipment as directed.
• General – As Harbin Lumber Company, Inc. is a group of locations each working individually and as a team, the Warehouse or Yard Assistant must be a team player and must develop positive working relationships with all location personnel, Outside Sales Representatives, and other Company employees.

Physical Requirements

Heavy lifting up to 100 pounds will be required on an occasional basis.

Working Conditions

The work is primarily outside work in all types of weather. On occasion, this Assistant may be required to travel with a driver to assist delivery at the job site.

General Information

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; there will be other duties assigned as other employee workloads, sales volumes or circumstances require. This job description is subject to change at any time.

Experience

None required.

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

The skill to operate a forklift and to pass the Forklift Operator Written Licensing Exam; good math and reading skills.