Forklift Operator/Material Handler

Forklift Driver and Inventory Management

Summary/Objective

Are you driving in circles? So are we! Can you do a better job then your boss at moving inventory? An industry leader in niche manufacturing is growing rapidly and is in immediate need of an

up-and-coming fork truck driver with warehouse management skills. Our company has grown from $7.6 million in 2020 to $20 million in 2021. Imagine that!

This position is highly visible and great for a career-oriented individual looking for advancement. This is a newly created position and is highly visible. Your success will be measured by first understanding the movement of inventory followed by directing movement with foresight. We move material too much and need someone with skills that reduce inventory movement. Your unique skills in understanding material movement and honed fork truck skills will make you a perfect fit to our impactful team of the future. Your vision for our company’s material movement and ability to keep inventory in order will be a key to your success. Daily responsibilities will be very hands-on.

JMC Wood Manufacturing, Inc. has been manufacturing high-quality laminated wood products for 50 years. JMC is seeking a Material Handler/Forklift Operator to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Our team members are encouraged to be innovative and creative, and to take ownership of their work.

If you are ready to develop your skills and meet the challenges of a rapidly growing manufacturing company, we welcome the opportunity to learn from you. Move our inventory the least amount, be prepared for looking ahead for inventory needs and keeping the warehouse in orderly fashion will lead you to success.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities include managing the flow of incoming materials, manual lifting of products and supplies, safe and qualified operation of a forklift in addition to shipping and receiving.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Excellent math and communication skills;
• Must have at least 2+ years of dedicated forklift operations;
• Follow company policies, procedures and all requisite safety regulations;
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.;
• Able to bend, stoop, twist, and stand/sit for long periods of time;
• Knowledge of inventory tracking; and
• Overtime is occasionally required.

Benefits

The benefits offered to our employees include:

• Competitive compensation based on experience;
• Opportunity to develop and grow within the organization;
• Health cost $25 per week and $500 deductible and Dental Insurance;
• Voluntary Group Term Life, Accident, Vision and Short Term Disability Insurance;
• Vacation/PTO; and
• Paid Holidays.

Job Type: Full-time

Hours: 6:30 am – 3:00 pm; Monday – Friday

Overtime: Occasionally required, including weekend

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person