Forklift Driver 1

Benefits:

            •              Competitive salary

            •              Company-paid health and dental benefits

            •              Paid vacation

            •              401(k) plan with company match

            •              Opportunities for career stability and growth

            •              Tuition reimbursement program

Responsibilities:

• Material Handling & Paint Line Support
• Load and unload aluminum extrusions onto racks and transport them to and from the paint line using forklifts or pallet jacks.
• Move, stack, and organize raw and finished materials in designated storage areas.
• Handle painted extrusions carefully to prevent scratches, dents, or contamination.
• Ensure an adequate supply of raw extrusions for painting and maintain proper workflow.
• Safety & Compliance
• Meet all OSHA-related requirements under CCR T-8, 3668.
• Perform daily pre-operation forklift inspections and report any issues.
• Follow all company safety rules and forklift guidelines to prevent accidents.
• Keep the work area clean and organized to promote a safe working environment.
• Report any safety concerns or damaged materials to supervisors immediately.
• Inventory & Documentation
• Keep accurate records of material movements and transactions.
• Segregate and organize materials by production batch or customer orders.
• Utilize barcode scanners or inventory management systems to track materials.
• Teamwork & Communication
• Effectively communicate with paint line operators, supervisors, and other team members to coordinate workflow.
• Assist with additional tasks as needed to support production goals.
• Demonstrate good judgment and professionalism in all work activities.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 1 years of forklift operation experience in a manufacturing setting (aluminum extrusion preferred).
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Certifications:
• Valid forklift operator certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• California Driver’s License (preferred but not required).
• Skills & Abilities:
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle fragile painted materials.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills for inventory tracking.
• Available for overtime, weekends, and “off-shift” hours as required.

The base hourly pay range for this position is $21.60 - $22.80. If you are hired, your base pay rate will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is the full base pay range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future and continued wage growth.

At Sierra Aluminum we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and embracing a diverse workforce and creating an environment that is open and inclusive for everyone. 

Samuel, Son & Co. U.S. Inc./ Sierra Aluminum provides equal opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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Salary : $22 - $23