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Job Overview The Logistics Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy-capacity forklifts and material-handling equipment to transport, position, organize, and stage structural steel components throughout the manufacturing yard and designated shipping areas. This position primarily operates a 30,000-pound-capacity forklift to handle large structural steel beams, columns, fabricated assemblies, and other heavy materials. The Operator ensures materials are properly identified, securely handled, accurately positioned, and readily accessible to support efficient yard operations and outbound shipping schedules. The role requires advanced equipment-handling skills, sound judgment, strong spatial awareness, and a thorough understanding of load capacity, weight distribution, and safe material-handling practices. The Logistics Heavy Equipment Operator works closely with Logistics personnel, Shipping, Production, and other departments to maintain organized material flow, prevent product damage, and support timely customer deliveries. Responsibilities Safely operate a 30,000 pound capacity forklift and other authorized material-handling equipment to lift, transport, position, and stage structural steel components throughout the manufacturing yard. Handle large, heavy, long, and irregularly shaped materials, including structural beams, columns, braces, fabricated assemblies, and bundled steel components. Evaluate load weight, dimensions, center of gravity, balance, and stability before lifting or transporting materials. Verify that all loads are within the forklift's rated capacity at the applicable load center and equipment configuration. Properly position forks and utilize approved attachments, lifting devices, and handling methods to maintain load stability and prevent shifting or damage. Maneuver equipment safely through designated travel routes, storage areas, staging locations, and shipping zones while maintaining awareness of pedestrians, vehicles, structures, and surrounding materials. Safely stack, unstack, relocate, and position structural steel components in accordance with established storage, stacking, and material-handling procedures. Maintain control of loads during lifting, lowering, transport, and placement, particularly when handling oversized or unevenly distributed structural steel assemblies. Coordinate equipment movements with spotters and other personnel when visibility, load dimensions, or operating conditions require additional assistance. Transport completed structural steel components from designated production release areas to assigned yard storage or outbound shipping locations. Organize and maintain structural steel inventory in designated yard locations to support efficient material identification, retrieval, and shipping preparation. Stage structural steel components according to established shipment priorities, project requirements, and loading schedules. Identify and verify materials using piece marks, tags, shipping documentation, and other established identification methods. Ensure structural steel components are placed on appropriate supports, dunnage, or storage systems to maintain stability and prevent material damage. Assist with locating and retrieving materials needed for scheduled shipments and priority orders. Communicate missing, damaged, incorrectly identified, or misplaced materials to Logistics leadership. Maintain clear travel lanes, accessible storage areas, and orderly staging locations throughout the yard. Support yard organization, material flow improvements, and efficient use of available storage space. Stage and position structural steel components for loading onto flatbed trailers and other approved transportation equipment. Coordinate with Shipping personnel to ensure materials are staged in accordance with shipment requirements, loading priorities, and delivery schedules. Assist with loading operations when authorized, ensuring components are handled and positioned safely and accurately. Verify material identification and quantities against applicable shipping documents or load instructions. Position components to support safe loading practices, efficient trailer utilization, and established shipment sequencing. Identify and communicate potential loading concerns involving component dimensions, weight distribution, material condition, or accessibility. Support timely truck loading and shipment preparation by ensuring required materials are available in designated staging areas. Assist with resolving material-handling issues that could affect outbound shipment accuracy or scheduled departures.

Qualifications Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of experience operating heavy forklifts or other industrial material-handling equipment Experience operating heavy-capacity forklifts, particularly equipment rated at up to 30,000 pounds. Previous experience handling structural steel, fabricated metal assemblies, oversized loads, or other heavy industrial materials preferred. Experience working in a manufacturing yard, steel fabrication facility, distribution yard, or industrial logistics environment desirable. Demonstrated ability to safely operate large-capacity forklifts and maneuver heavy, oversized, or irregularly shaped loads. Willingness and ability to successfully complete company-required forklift operator training, evaluation, and authorization for assigned equipment.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent Basic mathematical skills necessary to interpret weights, dimensions, quantities, and load information.

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person