Forklift Operator (2nd Shift) - Houston
About the role
Weyerhaeuser Distribution is a leader in distributing building products for residential, light commercial and home improvement applications worldwide. We have an immediate opening for a Forklift and Building Materials Operator located at our distribution center in North Houston area south of Beltway 8 off of 249.
Our business Weyerhaeuser has been in business for more than 120 years, and our strong foundation of values guides everything we do. Our people are our most valuable assets, and we’re serious about safety — there’s nothing more important than making sure every employee goes home safely each day.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate and maintain propane or gas forklift to move products from stock lines to staging and/or cut stations
- Safely load products
- Ensure accountability for personal safety and the safety of others by addressing any unsafe practices observed
- Wear all personal protective equipment required
- Accurately perform basic math skills such as adding, subtracting and multiplying
- Accurately count units, record totals and document shipping and receiving activities
- Develop in‑depth knowledge of building material products and warehouse operations
- Be highly attentive and adaptive to warehouse routines
- Commit to quality, efficiency and continuous process improvement
This is not an inside warehouse position. This role will perform manual labor 55- 65% of the time.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience operating a sit-down forklift with 9,000 to 17,500-pound forklift capacity
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move or slide up to 100 pounds
- Must be able to operate a chainsaw with a 24” bar
- Willingness to work outside in the elements five days a week and occasional Saturdays depending on business needs
- Computer skills: SAP or other Warehouse Management Systems
- Ability to work cohesively in a team environment with strong attention to detail and accuracy
Qualifications
- 2 or more years of experience operating a 9,000 to 17,500-pound forklift
- Wood products cutting experience
- Building materials distribution work experience/ background
- Knowledge of building materials/construction background
Benefits
- Competitive pay and excellent benefits
- Full Benefits Include Health, Well-Being, and Future Medical + Prescription, Dental + Vision for you and your family
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Retirement Plan Options with Employer Contributions
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Away from Work Paid vacation time
- Disability Benefits, Parental Leave
- Appreciation and Opportunity
- Competitive base pay and a site performance bonus plan
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Pay and Schedule
The pay range is $19.79 - $24.16 per hour, depending on experience. This is a second shift position and the hours are 10:00am - 7:00pm.