Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

CEMCO is recognized as the largest manufacturer of steel framing and metal lath in the western United States. With over 40 years in the industry and many long-tenured employees, CEMCO offers a stable source of income, a family environment with great company culture, and the opportunity to build a career. During your first two weeks, you will be paired with a seasoned employee to introduce you to our environment and help you get comfortable in our house. The manufacturing facilities are heavily industrial with fast moving parts, heavy, sharp objects, and machinery. The environment is loud and subject to ambient conditions. SUMMARY Responsible for safely operating a sit‑down forklift to prepare, load orders onto trucks and trailers and maintain facility housekeeping standards. Performs the listed duties below in a safe, organized, and efficient manner. SHIFT HOURS 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM - OT may be required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Apply all safety practices and follow general safety rules, such as looking in the direction of travel, wearing seat belt, driving at an appropriate speed, using horn, and wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), while performing daily tasks. Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by adhering to CEMCO’s standards and policies, and to legal regulations, and alerting management regarding potential concerns. Safely operate a sit‑down powered industrial forklift. Perform and submit daily equipment self‑inspection. Prepare, pull, stage, and pick loads safely within the given time frame: complex loads – 45 min., standard loads – 30 min., and simple loads – 20 min., and load products onto trucks and trailers. Pick, sort, and process material order per instructions on computer screen. Have knowledge of finished goods and yard layout. Work with incoming and outbound trucking companies and personnel on pick‑ups and deliveries. Use hand‑held scanner to record movement of products. Review documentation and loads for accuracy and quality prior to shipments leaving the yard. Conduct quality control inspections of finished loads. Ensure forklift is kept clean and in good condition. Maintain facility housekeeping standards. Clean breakdown area, yard, and aisles. Contribute to CEMCO’s success by welcoming related, different, and new requests, and helping others accomplish job results. Communicate effectively and professionally, cultivating team building and support. Understand internal policies and procedures. Maintain regular attendance, punctuality, and ability to work overtime as needed. Other duties may be assigned as needed. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE High School or G.E.D, and related experiences and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experiences is preferred. Prior manufacturing, warehouse, forklift, and order picker experience of at least one (1) year is preferred. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENCES, REGISTRATIONS Maintain Forklift certification. BENEFITS Competitive pay Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and pet insurance. Company sponsored life insurance. Health Spending Accounts with quarterly Company contributions. 401K plan through Fidelity with generous Company match. 10 paid holidays, including your birthday. Paid vacation and sick time. Ongoing recognition programs. Weekly payroll. The opportunity to grow and build a successful career. CEMCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Following conditional job offer criminal background check, physical and drug test will be reviewed. #J-18808-Ljbffr