The Forklift Operator will be responsible for moving products around the warehouse and onto trailers safely. The operator needs to have knowledge of weight distribution and effectively load products onto trucks in preparation for delivery. The operator is also responsible for creating load maps and taking pictures of finished loads prior to transport.We are looking for a Forklift Operator/Loader on our Second Shift at our Zeeland, MI warehouse.Schedule: M-F 2:30 p.m. - 11 p.m.Pay: $19.50/hr.Essential Responsibilities
- Operate a Forklift to move products and pallets safely throughout warehouse
- Ensure orders are accurate and communicate any discrepancies, product issues or safety issues with Supervisor
- Stage and place orders on trailer to best utilize space and maintain proper weight distribution throughout trailer for drivers to deliver product
- Ensures company documentation of loading trailer is accurate and complete
- Secures or assists in securing the loads onto the trailers and the closing of the curtains.
- Successfully passes all Novo forklift training and operate a forklift following all safety requirements established within Novo
- May assist in keeping floors clean and dry with use of floor scrubber
- Perform other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications (Required)
- Effectively perform all essential functions, including physical requirements
- Ability to move awkward product lengths and weights
- Experience with operating a forklift with a rate rating of 6,500 pounds
- Use of proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and company-approved tools while remaining aware of hazards and maintaining a safe work environment
- Basic math, interpersonal/team, and reasoning skills
- Ability to read, understand, and carry out written procedures and standard work instructions.
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Flexibility in scheduling - able to work overtime as needed
- Use of proper PPE and company-approved tools while remaining aware of hazards and maintaining a safe work environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in distribution or manufacturing environment
- Experience with flatbeds, curtain sides, and Conestoga's
- Minimum one year of experience operating a forklift
- High School Diploma or GED
Physical Requirements
- Able to withstand exposure to seasonal weather elements and wood dust
- 100%: Stand, handle or feel, squeeze or grasp
- 80%: Reaching with hands and arms, depth perception
- 50%: Walk, repetitive motion, operate moving equipment
- 10: Working bent at waist, stoop, kneel, crouch, bending or twisting
- Lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
- Lift, push or pull 75-100 lbs. with assistance.
About Novo Building ProductsNovo Building Products is an industry-leading manufacturer and distributor of stair parts, mouldings, doors, and specialty millwork, along with a variety of board products. Based in Zeeland, Michigan, Novo Building Products operates Ornamental Decorative Millwork, L.J. Smith Stair Systems, and Novo Direct.Just as our products are used to build something new and inspire others to make living spaces more beautiful, we endeavor to impact the people and communities we touch every day positively.Why Work with Us?We offer competitive wages, shift premiums, and benefits. Benefits include a clean work environment, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, employee assistance program, Paid Time Off (PTO), and 401k program with employer match.We have a dynamic culture with team members who are encouraged to contribute, change, and grow and are rewarded accordingly. If you're passionate about contributing to a great team, we would love to hear from you!For more information, please visit our website at www.novobp.com/careersNOVO Building Products is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer M/F/D/VCome join our Zeeland Team!