Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator: Operate a 36,000 - 70,000lb. forklift, including but not limited to, pull material (coils) and stage for production, load unload trucks. Perform daily inspections of the equipment, record results and report any problems to be scheduled for repair. Safely operate a forklift and assist other departments including but not limited to; loading trailers, moving trailers to proper area for loading, receiving and tagging inbound coils. Assist in anyway necessary to successfully complete daily tasks.

What is a Forklift Operator/Helper

Someone who can safely operate up to 70,000 lb. forklift and assist other departments including but not limited to; loading trailers, moving trailers to proper area for loading, receiving and tagging inbound coils. Assist in anyway necessary to successfully complete daily tasks.

What can you expect from the job?

1st shift training for at least 90 day, schedules vary but will start off from 7:00am to 3:30pm while training Monday – Friday and Saturday as needed.

Industrial environment, Exposure to the elements, Dirty working conditions, Regular exposure to moving mechanical or machinery parts, moderately stressful & constantly changing work environment, lots of walking & standing or when operating forklift, lots of sitting for long periods of time. Frequent lifting, pushing, or pulling of material up to 51 lbs.

What are the requirements?

Must have 3+ years of experience operating forklifts.

Must have 2+ years of experience in loading/unloading Coils, Channels, Beams, and Mill Plate.

Must have experience in unloading and loading railcars.

Valid driver's license

18+ years old

Basic math skills

Basic literacy for reading instructions and using hand tools.

Basic computer skills

Prefer experience using machinery and forklift Pay and Benefits

Quarterly bonus opportunity

Annual holiday bonus based on company performance

Opportunity to work overtime

401k retirement contribution matching – 50% company match up to 6% of your annual wages

Company covers about 80% of the cost of medical insurance for you and your family

Company covers 100% of the cost for a life-insurance policy

Company covers 100% of the cost for both short and long-term disability insurance policies

Children of long-term employees can apply for company scholarships

Paid personal time available for use as it accrues (max of 52 hours per year)

One week of paid vacation after 6 months

Two weeks of paid vacation after one year

What is Steel & Pipe Supply?

Steel and Pipe Supply buys steel and sells it to large customers that make products like farm equipment, powerline towers, storage tanks, frames for stadiums, and more. In addition to storing steel, some of our service centers process it – cut, bend, decoil, etc. – to make life easy for our customers. If you’re not sure whether Steel and Pipe Supply is right for you, feel free to stop by and ask for a job preview – we’d be happy to show you around!

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO/AA Minorities/Female/Disabilities/Veterans

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