Order Puller/Forklift Operator

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Order Puller/Forklift Operator to join our team. This role involves manually pulling lumber and millwork orders from the warehouse for shipment, using an RF scanner to ensure accuracy, and using forklift for loading/unloading heavy loads onto flatbed trailers. Responsibilities include measuring in linear feet, verifying product counts, labeling, building pallets, and delivering completed loads to designated areas. The ideal candidate should be familiar with lumber and millwork products, able to lift heavy loads repeatedly, work closely with the warehouse team to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment, and have strong forklift operation skills and a focus on safety.

Schedule

Monday - Friday 5 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Pay

$20/hr

Essential Responsibilities

• Scan locations and pull products using an RF Scanner to fulfill customer orders safely and effectively.
• Operates a forklift to move products and pallets throughout the warehouse to an area safely.
• Ensures all units are organized, leveled, and tightly built for transport.

• Communicate any discrepancies, product issues, or safety issues with the Supervisor.

• Place the completed and labeled order into the designated area once the order is fulfilled.

• Successfully passes all Novo forklift training and operates a forklift following all safety requirements established within Novo.

• Successfully passes all Novo tugger training and operates a tugger following all safety requirements established within Novo.

• Maintains a clean work area, sweeping, rebinding loose bundles, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• Effectively performs all essential functions, including physical requirements.
• 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 Ability to move awkward product lengths and weights.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in distribution or manufacturing environment.

• Prior experience driving industrial-powered equipment.

• Experience operating a forklift primarily with product weights of 2500 lbs. or more.
• Prior experience lifting wide loads as long as 18 feet.
• Minimum one year of experience operating a forklift.
• High School Diploma and GED

Travel Requirements

• No travel requirements.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

• 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 the waist, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, bending or twisting.
• Lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
• Lift, push, or pull lbs. with assistance.

About Novo BP

Novo Building Products is an industry-leading manufacturer and distributor of stair parts, mouldings, doors, specialty millwork, and 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 health 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 details and benefits information, please visit our website at:

• The employee must meet pulling requirements in order to qualify for each tier of the weekly order pulling bonus for each pay period

ADENTRA and each of its flagship brands is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. As part of our hiring process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing and background checks unless prohibited by state or local law.