What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at Hayward Lumber?
Title: Forklift OperatorClassification: Full Time – HourlyPay Range: $18 to $20Location: Pacific Grove, Ca Reports To: Yard SupervisorAbout the Company: For 100 years and four generations of Hayward family leadership, Hayward Lumber has been committed to meeting and exceeding the needs of builders. Beyond full-service lumberyards, we offer window, door and cabinet design centers, pro-oriented hardware stores, and innovative building solutions designed to save time and money. Hayward Lumber is a family-oriented company that treats every employee as such. Our average tenure companywide is over 10 years and we pride ourselves in creating an environment in which you can learn, grow, and prosper. Hayward Lumber provides a competitive compensation structure, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, and paid time off including vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Learn more at www.haywardlumber.comMission: We are the most dependable supplier of products, services, and solutions to the construction market since 1919.Position Summary:This position is responsible for assembling and preparing outgoing loads of materials for delivery, ensuring they are accurate, secure, and ready for transport. Key duties include reading and interpreting order tickets, selecting and staging the appropriate materials, operating forklifts and other equipment to load trucks safely, and double-checking orders for accuracy. The load builder also ensures that loads are balanced and comply with safety standards to prevent damage during transit.Responsibilities:Use forklift to build outgoing orders for lumber and building materials.Use forklift to load or unload completed orders onto delivery equipment maintaining safe procedures and stacking methods.Double checking all loads for accuracy and ensuring that they are thoroughly secured for delivery.Follow safety procedures as outlined by company safety program and operator manual for forklift.Keep all areas stocked and neat to facilitate efficient load building processes.Keep management aware of any delays or discrepancies.Treat all customers and coworkers in a helpful and professional manner, providing excellent customer service.RequirementsPrevious warehouse and forklift experienceSolid organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to read and interpret orders and invoicesAbility to read and comprehend simple instructionsAbility to multi-task in fast paced environment.Experience working in a team atmosphere.Ability to lift 75-100 pounds consistentlyMust take and pass drug test and consent to a background checkKnowledge of dimension lumber, panel products, and other building materials is preferredBenefitsMedicalDentalVisionLife insurance401KPaid time off including vacation, holiday, and sick leave. No weekends
Salary : $18 - $20