Forklift Operator / Shipping Clerk

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join our logistics and manufacturing team. In this role, you will be the pulse of the shop floor, moving valuable raw materials and finished architectural products between storage, production, and shipping areas. This is not a typical warehouse job moving identical boxes; you will be maneuvering large, heavy, and often awkward metal components in a busy custom manufacturing environment. We are looking for operators who treat every load with care, prioritize safety above all else, and keep the production lines fed and running smoothly.

Profiles encouraged to apply include: heavy material handlers, shipping/receiving specialists, lumber yard operators, and experienced forklift drivers who are comfortable navigating tight spaces with oversized loads.

Compensation

• $17 - $20 / hr

Shift

• 1st
• 10 hour shifts
• Monday - Thursday

Benefits

• Health, vision, dental
• 401(k) + match
• PTO

Responsibilities

• Execute Safe Material Handling – Maneuver forklifts safely in a busy manufacturing environment, transporting raw materials and finished goods without damage to the product or facility.
• Supply Production Workstations – proactively keep fabricators and assemblers stocked with the materials they need to maintain production flow.
• Load & Unload Deliveries – Efficiently load and unload trucks, checking incoming goods for damage and ensuring outgoing shipments are secure.
• Secure & Palletize Goods – Use wraps, strapping, and pallets to safely stack and secure materials for transport or storage, ensuring stability.
• Maintain Inventory Accuracy – Keep updated records of inventory movements and activity logs to ensure we always know where materials are located.
• Ensure Shop Safety & Cleanliness – Keep operating areas free from spills, obstructions, and debris. You are responsible for the safety of your path.
• Perform Equipment Maintenance – Conduct regular checks on forklift equipment for faults or damages and report issues immediately to maintenance.

Required

• Minimum 5 years of experience in forklift operation
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be able to pass a fitness for duty test
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, bend, squat, and crouch regularly
• Proven track record of reliability, promptness, and working independently

Preferred Skills

• Experience moving long, heavy, or non-standard loads (e.g., metal sheets, lumber, pipe)
• Valid Forklift Certification
• Basic computer skills for inventory logging

The Ideal Candidate

• Safety Captain – You never cut corners. You honk at intersections, check your blind spots, and ensure your load is stable every single time.
• Spatial Thinker – You can look at a 20-foot crate and a tight aisle and know instantly if it will fit or how to maneuver it.
• Material Guardian – You understand that the metal on your forks is expensive and critical to a project. You handle it with precision to avoid scratches or dents.
• Reliable Teammate – You show up on time, ready to work, and don't need a supervisor to tell you what needs to be moved next.

• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Disability insurance