Forklift Operator - Dacula

Forklift Operator - Dacula

Weyerhaeuser Distribution, a building products company, is looking for an Entry Level Forklift Operator & Order Puller (Trainee) for our distribution facility in Dacula, Georgia. This role will work on the day shift and require regular movement throughout the day, which means regular periods of standing, sitting, walking, and sliding/moving up to 100 pounds, and even driving heavy equipment outdoors in all types of weather. Under the direction of the Site Manager, this role will focus on safely moving our product for our customers. We want talented people that have a drive to perform and a commitment to safety. From there, we will safely train them to pick and pull orders and operate a forklift to efficiently load and move product for our customers. The starting pay rate is $19.03 per hour. The shift would start at 8:00AM and will end at 5:00PM (overtime as required to complete daily tasks). There is room for some overtime and you can also drive your base pay rate higher, as you master more and more skills. Medical, dental and gainsharing benefits will also apply for all.

You will enjoy this role, if you enjoy… Working safely and learning various skills required to pull orders efficiently. Working the day shift (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM - overtime as required) Working with a team and being accountable for your own work too Working with heavy equipment and machinery

Key Qualities & Responsibilities: Be respectful to all site personnel and peers. Be coachable and willing to seek input from management and team. Be committed to customer service. Be committed to wear the required personal protective equipment without being prompted. Be committed to take personal safety and the safety of others very seriously.

Key Requirements: Ability to learn and master the operation of a pulling and preparing orders while operating a forklift Strong attention to detail, planning and organizational skills Ability to work with within a team to solve customer problems and complete general tasks Willing to work outside, regularly moving, in the elements five days a week and occasional weekends Ability to continuously work while standing, sitting, and driving equipment throughout the day. Ability to work, while lifting up to 50lbs Ability to work, while moving and sliding up to 100lbs Basic computer skills Required Education & Experience: High school diploma or GED required 3 + years of Forklift experience Experience handling building materials (lumber, plywood, Siding products & decking products) preferred 3 + years warehouse distribution experience (picking orders and receiving product) A proven track record of successful performance at school and work Combi-Lift forklift experience a plus SAP experience a plus