Forklift Operator- Auburn, WA

Job Summary

The shipping and receiving driver is responsible for operating a forklift vehicle for the purpose of loading material onto trucks for shipment and unloading material and other supplies. Typical unit length is 16’. The forklift operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and the organization of the shipping warehouse. This role will be working outdoors 50% of time.

• Operate forklift in a safe and efficient manner according to company guidelines.
• Inspect and record maintenance on vehicle at the beginning and end of shift.
• Use forklift to move material from warehouse staging location to the trailer for loading.
• Utilize proper loading techniques to ensure the material is safe, stable, and secure on the trailer.
• Check trailer for accurate shipment and bill of lading.
• Unload trailers containing lumber, supplies, etc.
• Oversee organization and inventory of the shipping warehouse.
• Comply with company standard operating procedures, safety policies, and OSHA standards.

• High School Diploma or GED; and 6 months to 1 year related experience or on-the-job training.
• Must complete an internal certification process.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables. Chooses from workable alternatives.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with a Company Match
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D
• Employer Paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Hospital and Accident Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 8 Company Paid Holidays & 1 Floating Holiday
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Woodgrain is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Woodgrain is a drug, alcohol, and tobacco-free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon pre-employment background and drug screening, and some positions require a fitness for duty test.