Forklift Operator

Do you want to be recognized as a high performer? Do you want to work for a company that prefers to promote its own people? Do you want to work for a stable employer? If so, then a position at Hood Industries is for you.

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:

• We are looking for a skilled Forklift Driver who has experience with operation of tractor size/heavy equipment. We operate a safe, facility and consider safety our top priority, so we are looking for a professional whose values reflect our own. If you have experience working on machinery, we’d love to hear from you.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Transports lumber safely around mill with forklift.
• Follows safety regulations and company guidelines.
• Position requires working evening hours and weekends.
• Documents forklift inspection before shift start up for mechanical safely and compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Inspects vehicle regularly and notifies supervisor maintenance is needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including assisting production shifts with other staffing needs when not operating forklift.
• Perform safety checks on equipment and communicate to supervisor any issues found.
• If needed may hand stack lumber to create a proper bundle of lumber.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Our forklifts are the size of a tractor and, thus, prior but recent experience driving a forklift in a production/industrial environment is required (Minimum 2 years’ experience). Preference will be given to those who have recent experience moving/stacking heavy, bulky items (like 16' lumber packs).
• Previous OSHA Training a PLUS
• Dedicated to safe work practices
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

BENEFITS:

• Employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, cancer, life, and LTD, available first of the month following completion of one month of continuous full time employment.
•  Competitive Wages and 401(k) with company match.
•  One week of vacation after only six (6) months of employment

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Hood Industries requires that applicants consent to a background check and a drug screen to continue in the selection process. All employment offers are contingent on meeting our background check standards and successful passing of required drug test. If hired, you will be required to provide documentation indicating your legal right to work in the U.S.