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Basalite® Concrete Products LLC

Forklift Operator

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A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.

$49,377 / year median in Oregon

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Forklift Operator
Location:
Rickreall, OR, US
Description:
Basalite Building Products, LLC is one of the largest manufacturers of concrete masonry products in the Western United States. Product lines include structural block, interlocking paving stones, engineered wall systems, retaining walls, ornamental and garden products, and a full range of sack goods. We are a proud member of the Pacific Coast Building Products Family of Companies.
SALARY RANGE
$18.00-$22.00HR. DOE
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Superintendent, this position loads, transports, and unloads, various materials utilizing a forklift; and is responsible for supporting and demonstrating the Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation and Financial Success. Performs other related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION
General
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable amodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Prepare and inspect empty pallets to be used for daily production. Load and keep pallet magazine dispensers loaded with empty pallets throughout the day. Ensure pallets loaded into pallet magazine dispensers are in good shape. material tags for daily production. Place inventory in the correct place. Arranges product in the yard and keeps product straight and orderly. Check all products for quality issues. Organizes and moves pallets to various yard locations as needed. Dumps skip buckets of broken or damaged product and waste material at the end of shift. sweep all areas of the plant at the end of the shift. Verify and reconcile paperwork for the dry side counts. Performs daily safety inspection of forklifts. Maintains and fuels forklift including checking and maintaining oil and water. Maintains clean and orderly areas of work. All other duties and responsibilities assigned bypany or its designated representatives. Attends safety meetings and abides by all safety rules set forth bypany and governmental regulatory agencies; ensures that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected. Predictable and Regular attendance is required. Must be available to work overtime, when needed, including weekend shifts.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, andor ability required. Requires basic math, reading, and writing skills. On-the-job training experience is required to be able to perform duties. Ability to operate a forklift and any other equipment required to perform duties. Ability tomunicate effectively with peers, customers, and superiors. Ability to listen and follow directions. Predictable and Regular attendance is required. Must be available to work overtime, when needed, including weekend shifts.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Standing, walking, sitting, talkinglistening, bending and twisting at the neck and waist, climbing or balancing, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms. Simple grasping with both right and left hands. Occasionally Lifting up to 100 pounds. Occasionally required to bend at the waist; Lift andor move up to 75 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Plant environment moving machinery, dusty, dirty and muddy with moderate to loud noise. Work near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, heat or cold non-weather conditions. Working around trucks in congested traffic areas. Wear mandatory andor other appropriate personal protective equipment PPE This is a regular, full-time position withpetitivepensation and full benefits including medicaldental insurance, disability benefits, life insurance, 401k, profit sharing retirement plan, and wellness programs. We are an equal opportunity employer and promote a drug free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening. Depending on the position, a background check andor credit check may also be required.