Forklift Operator Position Summary: Operates a forklift to lift, load or move material. Inspects and maintains forklift equipment as needed. Key CompetenciesBuilding Collaborative RelationshipsInnovation/CreativityAdaptabilityDeveloping Self and OthersPrincipal Accountabilities and DeliverablesReads handwritten or system generated sales order to determine productNotes all special instructions for filling an orderAccurately pulls delivery orders and stages for loading as directedAccurately pull deliver orders and packages as directedLoads product on trucks or rail cars for deliveryUnloads product from incoming trucks checking manifestNotes all discrepancies and reviews these with SupervisorSafely, accurately, loads product on to truck or trailerOperates forklift safely at all times following all safety rules and regulationsPerforms daily inspections of forklift(s) as required by OSHA and Rex Lumber standardsNotifies Supervisor of any necessary equipment maintenance/repair or safety concernsBands lumber product for storage or shippingAssists in moving of inventory for storage within the yard area as directedProperly stores inventory level and covered as necessaryAssists in inventory and/or cycle counts as directedAssist in keeping all lanes and areas clean and clear for trafficPerforms other work related duties as assigned by your supervisor and be flexible and adaptable to changes that will occur during the course of employmentKnowledge, Skills and Abilities Education/Experience and Skills1 to 4 years of previous experience with forklifts and other machineryHas had a Forklift CertificationGood knowledge of lumber products a plusAbility to model the Rex Lumber values and to provide innovative solutionsAbility to deliver high quality, detailed error free work on a consistent basisAbility to read, write, speak and understand English to the extent required to receive and communicate information as necessary to the positionAbilitiesMust be able to lift, carry, push or pull up to 75 lbsMust be able to stoop, kneel or crouch during the workdayMust be able to sit and walk or otherwise move around for prolonged periods of time throughout the workday.Work EnvironmentWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee can be exposed to fumes, moving mechanical parts and vibrations. Work is performed outdoors and employee is exposed to a variety of extreme weather conditions at the warehouse. The noise level in the work environment and warehouse can be loud.