Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator - Kilns - 2nd Shift

Interfor is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Forklift Operator to join our team in Thomaston, GA. As a Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for operating a forklift in a safe and efficient manner, unloading dry kilns, and storing lumber in the proper area. You will also be responsible for loading green lumber on the tracks, pushing in and pulling out charges into kilns, and loading weights and/or rebar on top packs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate forklift in a safe and efficient manner, adhering to all Interfor and OSHA standards and guidelines.
• Unload dry kilns and store lumber in the proper area, ensuring all units and stacks are stable and not at risk of turning over.
• Load green lumber on the tracks, ready to be pushed in kiln for drying, to avoid any kiln downtime.
• Push in and pull out charges into kilns, ensuring no damage is sustained to the kiln, and making sure all baffles and doors are secure and out of the way.
• Load weights and/or rebar on top packs before the packs are loaded on CDK and/or batch kiln trams.
• Examine each pack of stack of lumber once you load it on the CDK and/or batch kiln tram to ensure no lumber is hanging off packs that could cause damage to CDK and/or batch kiln.
• Assist in loading lumber trucks hauling wood off site from lumber deck or yard and unloading from stacker or truck to designated areas or storage in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure all kiln carts are in good repair and properly placed on the tracks, and that kiln carts are greased weekly on the batch kiln and daily on the CDK kiln.
• Complete daily checklist accurately, and ensure all cross outs and loose boards are picked up off the ground as the lumber is moved around the kilns and on the green and dry yard.
• Rotate green lumber to prevent stain and to ensure drying uniformity, and be able to judge and calculate the available items to be dried and coordinate setup to the kilns in a timely manner.
• Make sure problems with spills, etc. that may occur are corrected and cleaned up before leaving the shift, and perform daily pre-shift forklift inspections.
• Clean forklifts routinely using the pressure washer, and assist in changing tires or performing any preventative maintenance tasks as specified.
• Adhere to all safety policies and perform tasks in a safe and responsible manner to one's person and no damage to mill property occurs in any way.
• Observe all procedures specified in the job safety analysis to prevent any injuries, and anytime a situation occurs which you feel you do not know how to handle properly and safely, stop and call someone from the list that is provided in the boiler control room and/or kiln control rooms and ask for proper instruction without any hesitation.
• Perform any duties required as specified by the direct supervisor or any other mill supervision.

Requirements:

• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Must be able to respond in emergency situations and go through the proper emergency procedures.
• High School education or GED equivalent preferred but not required.
• Forklift certified or the ability to be certified within a reasonable amount of time and usually within one training course.
• Physical Requirements: Walking, Standing and Sitting, Stairs, Bending and Lifting (Up to 50 lbs.).

About Interfor:
Interfor is a growth-oriented forest products company, operating in all major forest products markets across North America. We offer one of the most diverse lines of wood products to customers around the globe, produced in safety-focused, world-class facilities. We strengthen and contribute to the local economies, build value for our employees and customers, and operate with world-leading sustainable forest management practices. We are proud to produce sustainable building materials that contribute to a healthy and sustainable future. Check out https://www.interfor.com/sustainability to learn more about our approach to sustainability.

What We Offer:
Interfor provides local stability and opportunity. We help bring out the best in all our people by offering long-term, competitive jobs supported by training, continued development and great benefits. We want you to grow your career with Interfor. With our industry leading training programs and track record of promoting from within, you'll have plenty of opportunities to 'Start Here. Go Far.' Check out our Employee Development Programs to learn more at https://www.interfor.com/careers/employee-development.

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