Forklift Operator – Load Builder

Curtis Lumber Co Inc.•Plattsburgh, NY

23h•$18 - $20

About The Position

Curtis Lumber’s Forklift Operator plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient handling, staging, and loading of building materials product for customer/contractor deliveries and pick up. This role is responsible for working effectively and efficiently to ensure operational efficiency while adhering to safety standards.

Requirements

Experience: Previous forklift experience
Physical Fitness: Ability to lift heavy items and perform physical tasks
Equipment Operation: Comfortable operating forklifts and other machinery
Attention to Detail: Ability to accuracy pick and stage material
Communication Skills: Effectively communication with team members and supervisors

Responsibilities

Material Gathering: Collect various building materials according to invoices or orders
Loading and Securing: Load materials onto delivery trucks and secure them properly
Staging: Organize and stage materials effectively for delivery
Quality Control: Select materials of appropriate quality and inspect for defects
Inventory Management: Maintain inventory levels, rotate stock, and notify relevant supervisors of out-of-stock items
Shrink Management: Utilize proper procedures to manage damaged or surplus materials
Receiving: Prepare for and unload incoming materials efficiently, reporting any variances
Safety Compliance: Follow safety protocols and ensure the safe use of equipment
Yard Maintenance: Keep the work area neat and clean
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of materials received, issued, and in stock