Shipping and Receiving Associate

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join our wood processing team. This role involves material handling, production support, shipping/receiving, inventory control, and equipment maintenance in a fast-paced, industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, unload, stack, and move raw logs, processed lumber, bundles of wood, and finished products throughout the plant and yard.
• Feed raw materials to processing machines and clear finished products from the production lines to keep operations moving smoothly.
• Load and unload flatbeds, trailers, and railcars accurately according to shipping manifests.
• Organize yard inventory, ensuring bundles are stacked securely, labeled correctly, and easily accessible.
• Perform daily pre-shift forklift inspections (checking fluids, tires, brakes, and hydraulics) and report any maintenance needs immediately.
• Strictly adhere to all OSHA regulations, plant safety rules, and outdoor yard traffic patterns.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience operating sit-down industrial forklifts (large-capacity or outdoor forklifts handling oversized/lumber loads preferred).
• Comfortable working in an industrial plant and outdoor yard environment, including exposure to sawdust, loud machinery, and changing weather conditions.
• Ability to sit for long periods, frequently climb on and off the forklift, and lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• A track record of excellent attendance, punctuality, and a safety-first mindset.

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay with overtime opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision).

Pay

• Competitive weekly pay with overtime opportunities.

Schedule

• Flexible schedule to accommodate the demands of the wood processing plant and outdoor yard.