Forklift Operator

Rex Lumber has been family owned and operated for over 90 years. We have always believed in our community and the honest, hardworking people that live in it. Today, Rex Lumber employs over 800 people in Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi, and is an industry leader in Southern Yellow Pine manufacturing. We believe in supporting local schools and neighborhoods because we are only as strong as the people that work for us.

Are you wanting a long-term career close to home with excellent benefits? Are you wanting to work with a company that values career growth within the workplace? If you answered yes, then we want you as a part of our team! apply today!

This position is for our Shipping/Planer Mill Department
Job Type: Full Time (55+hours)

Monday - Friday with an Occasional Saturday

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS

Operate lifts, industrial trucks or tractors equipped to move, load, and stack/unstack materials around mills, warehouses and log yard.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Move controls to drive diesel powered trucks and transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas
• Move levers and controls that operate lifting devices to load, unload, transport, and stack material
• Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment, such as cleaning, lubricating, recharging batteries, or fueling
• Stop or reset lifts, vehicles or machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor
• Participate in action planning process
• Operate machinery, forklift or other equipment, as required
• Clean work area and surrounding areas making sure it is clean and free of debris
• Participate in action planning process
• All other duties assigned by supervisor

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• 1+ years of forklift operating experience
• Possess adequate fitness and stamina in order to conduct strenuous and physically demanding tasks.
• Understand and follow oral or written instructions issued by supervisors
• Able to clearly explain problems or give instructions to others involved in keeping operations running smoothly.
• Able to perform the job with limited supervision
• Understand basic machine components and operation, including working around moving mechanical parts and vibrations
• Arrive on time and stay on task in order to contribute to better output and reaching production goals.
• Able to work well in an industrial environment, and as part of a team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work a 12 hour shift
• Perform tasks such as walking, climbing, or standing for long periods of time.
• Able to bend, stoop, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs.
• Ability to work outside in all conditions.
• Must be comfortable working around loud equipment.
• Able to work while in a harness at heights over 4 feet.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. throughout work shift

SAFETY

• Follow all area/machine center specific safety regulations.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment, i.e., hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and reflective wear.
• Do not enter restricted areas.
• Report immediately to your supervisor or any available supervisor any piece of equipment that is unsafe or functioning improperly to eliminate unsafe conditions
• Request assistance when a task exceeds individual knowledge.
• Visually inspect equipment and area before starting/operating.
• Use Standard Lockout Procedures when appropriate for machine centers.
• Use proper lifting technique by pushing, pulling and lifting with your legs and not your back.
• Never approach a saw while it is still running.
• Follow all other safety regulations as set forth by the company.

COMPANY BENEFITS

We are excited about your interest in a lumber manufacturing career. Rex Lumber is committed to providing its team members with an exceptional company culture and employment experience.If you want a career, not a job, and you want to experience big company benefits with an intimate company feel, come join the Rex Lumber team! You have an opportunity to join a fantastic team and be our newest contributor.

We offer outstanding benefits that include company paid:

• Health with Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Telemedicine Program through Teladoc
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Vacations and 7 Paid Holidays
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Employee Referral Program

Additionally, we offer:

• Safety Incentives
• Accident and Critical Care Insurance
• Wellness Incentives and Employee Recognition Programs
• Conditional Relocation Assistance
• Conditional Tuition Assistance
• On-the-Job Training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Potential for additional Paid Time Off hours
• Overtime