Forklift Dock Loader

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Carpet Cushion Dock Loader on 1st shift at our Lakeland, FL manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for operating equipment used to load finished products into trailers for delivery, while meeting production and quality standards for the department.


Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operational excellence. The successful candidate will be expected to communicate both verbally and in writing with the department and supervisor. This position will require the safe operation of a forklift along with computer use.


Your additional responsibilities as a Carpet Cushion Dock Loader will include:

• Lift and maneuver Carpet Cushion Rolls and packages of foam weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Plan work flow with lead person or supervisor to ensure all required trailers are loaded
• Product labeling and quality inspections.
• Work in trucks/trailers in hot and cold conditions.
• Load product into trailers using a squeeze forklift, ensuring proper loading sequence is followed, per order specifications.
• Must be able to check multiple trailers at the same time
• Scan(with a hand scanner) products to load into the computer shipping system
• Print labels, run manifest and bills of lading from computer
• Work Safely in a fast-paced environment
• Read and understand Carpenter Co Truck Sheets

Skills/ Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Basic Computer experience required and SAP preferred.
• Forklift Loading/Unloading Experience required
• Will be required to stand, walk, lift, carry, push, pull, stoop and reach.

The starting pay rate for this position is $17.90 per hour.

Important Notes

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer


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