Forklift Operator - Boise

Description:

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. We are driven to achieve excellence and proud of what we do, and we strongly support and value different backgrounds and voices. With Weyerhaeuser, you'll join a community where everyone has opportunities to develop and grow throughout their careers.

Weyerhaeuser Boise Distribution Center is currently seeking a Forklift Operator. Under the direction of the Site Operations Manager and designated leaders, this position is responsible for all activities associated with the movement and handling of materials related to the wood products yard/warehouse.

The wage for this position is $20.30 - $22.75 per hour. This is a first shift position, Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm.

Key Functions:

• Safely operate and maintain propane or gas forklift to move products from stock lines to staging and/or cut stations
• Safely load and unload 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 workflows.
• 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.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• A positive willing to learn attitude
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move or slide up to 100 pounds
• Must be able work outside in the elements five days a week and on rare occasions Saturdays, depending on business needs
• Computer skills: SAP or other Warehouse Management Systems, preferred
• Ability to work cohesively in a team environment with strong attention to detail and accuracy

What will make you stand out:

• Building materials distribution work experience/ background, preferred

• Forklift Operator experience preferred.

About Wood Products:
We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.
For more than a century, we've been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We're serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

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