What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift operator position at Columbia Forest Products?
Job Details
Description
3rd Shift (11pm - 7am)
- Starting Hourly Rate : $20.85 - $23.04 with an additional $1.50 and hour for shift differential.
- TPMs are a part of every position in the mill. This may include mandatory overtime for completion of TPM tasks.
SAFETY :
- Position must operate their Powered Industrial Forklift while moving a large volume of wood; the warning light and back-up alarm must be checked to ensure they are operational.
- PPE -Earplugs, safety glasses, and area appropriate gloves must be worn.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
- Industrial forklift license course or truck license.
- Operates Powered Industrial Forklift in a safe manner paying attention to surroundings.
QUALITY :
- Ensure to send the proper material to the mill for orders.
- Ensure to load proper material on trucks to customers and mill.
QUALIFICATIONS :
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum computer skills. (ERP System)
- Powered Industrial Forklift license or license course.
- Position requires the ability to plan and perform unusual and difficult work and make decisions involving the use of considerable ingenuity.
- Position requires regular work with lightweight materials and occasional work with average weight materials.
- Position must concentrate mental and visual attention while closely planning and laying out complete work.
Successful candidates must be able to work in various jobs which can include rotating to different job duties. These job duties could include various machine operators, handling material, grading material, quality checks, clean up, and other similar manufacturing activities.
This position requires you to follow written and verbal job instructions. Being able to provide feedback and apply critical thinking are other keys to this position.
Employees must be able to use personal safety equipment while working in a manufacturing environment that includes moving machinery, fast paced fork lift traffic, machine noise, and a work environment that will vary depending on the time of the year.
If you’re ready to be a team player in a family like setting with a rich history, then apply now.
Columbia Forest Products is North America’s largest manufacturer of hardwood plywood and hardwood veneer products. Columbia’s decorative interior veneers and panels are used in high-end cabinetry, fine furniture, architectural millwork and commercial fixtures.?
Columbia Forest Products is an employee owned company that has a wide array of benefits : Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
Our company stands out because of our commitment to our employees. In fact, we have a CFP Foundation dedicated to helping our employees, employees families and the local community.
Our Core Values we take pride in : Customer Service Above all Else, We Are Family, Share the Success and Absolute Integrity.
If these are core values that you represent, please take the time to apply online for this rewarding career with Columbia Forest Products.
Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
Great Attendance History
Expert
Basic computer literacy
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Can rotate and cross train job duties
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Ability to read English
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Follows Detailed Instructions
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Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
Expert
Expert
Excellent Safety Performance
Expert
Behaviors
Motivations
Education
Preferred
High School or better.
Experience
Licenses & Certifications
Last updated : 2024-06-12
Salary : $21 - $23
