Experienced Forklift Operator (Lumberton) Position Available In Lamar, Mississippi

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A FORKLIFT OPERATOR LOCATED IN LUMBERTON, MS

POSITION

EXPECTATIONS

Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs. Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment. Conduct required pre-operating checks on forklift, prior to use and report all deficiencies immediately. Keep accurate records and lumber tally counts. Strategically execute the loading schedule in accordance with the shipping schedule. Effectively load multiple lumber units and ensure all loads are accurate. Maintain a clean working area. Consistently keep a production level work pace. Other duties as needed or directed by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent Valid Driver’s license Forklift certification- Preferred 5+ years verifiable experience as a Forklift Operator- Required Ability to read and understand printed materials Strong Math Skills Good Verbal and Written Communication Skills Willing to work a 12-hour shift, including weekends-when requested

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Move safely, quickly, and perform duties with repetitive movement. Sit and/or stand for shift, reach with hands and arms, stoop, squat, twist, push and pull, maintain balance, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distances, and climb stairs. Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, vibrations, and airborne particles (sawdust).

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Move safely, quickly, and perform duties with repetitious movement. Sit and/or stand for shift, reach with hands and arms, stoop, squat, twist, push and pull, maintain balance, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distances, and climb stairs. Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, vibrations and airborne particles (sawdust). NOTE This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with known disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess all the skills, aptitudes, experience, education, abilities, and any other necessary attributes to perform each duty to IFG’s expectations. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and every employee’s employment remains at-will.