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Form of workWeyerhaeuser Richmond Distribution Center is currently seeking a Forklift Operations Associate. Under the direction of the Site Operations Manager, and designated leaders, this position is responsible for all activities associated with the movement and handling of materials related to the wood products yard/warehouse.
Our entry level pay rate starts at $18 per hour.
Key Functions:
- Safely operate and maintain propane or gas forklift to move products from stock lines to staging and/or cut stations.
- Safely load and unload products from various trailers and rail cars
- Safely do your job to ensure your personal safety and the safety of others.
- Courage to intervene in any unsafe practices.
- Wear all personal protective equipment as required.
- Accurately perform basic math skills such as adding, subtracting, and multiplying
- Accurately count units, record totals and document shipping and receiving activities
- Develop in depth knowledge of building material products and warehouse operations.
- Be highly attentive and adaptive to workflows.
- Have excellent attendance.
- Commit to quality, efficiency, and continuous process improvement.
This is not an inside warehouse position. This role will perform manual labor 55- 65% of the time.
What you will need:
- High school diploma or GED.
- A positive willing to learn attitude. No prior forklift operator experience required. Training provided.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move or slide up to 100 pounds.
- Must be able work outside in the elements five days a week and occasional Saturdays depending on business needs.
- Ability to work on a computer.
- Ability to work cohesively in a team environment with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
About Wood Products:
We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.
For more than a century, we've been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.
About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We're serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.
Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.
