Forklift Operator

Job Description

Description:

For over 85 years, York Building Products has stood as a testament to enduring excellence in the building materials industry. As a premier, family-owned and operated company, we've thrived by recognizing the invaluable asset our employees represent.

BENEFITS:

Medical

Dental

Vision

Robust Profit Sharing Program

401K

Generous Paid Time Off Policy

Paid Holidays

Short Term/Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

JOB SUMMARY:

The Forklift Operator/Laborer performs general labor tasks including loading, unloading, lifting, moving, and re-palletizing materials in a safe and efficient manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Operate assigned forklift equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

Understand and follow all Federal, State, Local, and Corporate safety regulations and policies.

Complete daily equipment inspection reports and notify supervisor of any problems.

Gather materials together in logical order and arrange in locations for shipment.

Load and unload materials on various styles of trucks.

Work with Supervisors, CSR’s, and Sales to ensure the accuracy of every load.

Maintain a clean working environment.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Prior forklift operation experience required.

Ability to work extended hours as needed.

Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.

Ability to read and understand detailed instructions on picking and/or loading tickets.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· Perform all work in accordance with YBP Safety policies.

· The work is performed outdoors and/or indoors, enduring heat, cold, rain, dust, wind, and other elements.

· Capable of operating various types of heavy equipment and/or machinery.

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES:

· Capable of climbing in and out of assigned equipment repetitively.

· Physical demands include but are not limited to walking, sitting, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

ADDITIONAL INFO:

Position Type: Full-Time

Classification: Non-Exempt

Supervisory Status: Non-Supervisor

Duties, responsibilities, and work activities may evolve or change as business necessitates. Medical and/or religious accommodations will be considered as necessary. Requirements:

Full-time