Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator, Molalla, Oregon

Interfor is seeking skilled, dependable and safety-focused team players to join our team as a Forklift Operator in Molalla, Oregon. Starting rate is $26.22 per hour based on skill level and experience.

• Operate forklift in a safe manner in accordance with all Interfor and OSHA standards and guidelines.
• Perform daily pre‑shift forklift inspections.
• Must be able to multitask and follow production plans in a fast‑paced environment.
• Load/unload dry kilns and store lumber in the proper staging areas.
• Remove packaged lumber from machine centers and place either on a kiln cart or in the correct sorting bay.
• Load dry packaged lumber inside to be surfaced through the planer.
• Remove wrapped packages and haul to the finished yard and put in the correct sorting rows.
• Keep updated records of inventory.
• Replace pile bottoms as needed in the yard.
• Load and unload blue racks in machine centers.
• Haul empty kiln carts from the dry yard to the green yard.
• Ensure proper housekeeping standards are met in the yard.
• Work as a team and assist other drivers and departments as needed.
• Continue to learn and grow by learning all forklift positions in the mill.
• Perform any duties required as specified by the direct supervisor or any other mill supervision.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Walking, Standing and Sitting, Stairs, Bending and Lifting (Up to 50 lbs.)

• Forklift certified or ability to be certified within a reasonable time and usually within one training course.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Must be able to respond in emergency situations and go through the proper emergency procedures.

• Group Benefit Programs (Employee Medical, Dental, Vision Plans)
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Additional (Employee Paid) Life Insurance
• HSA Medical Plan
• 401(k) Matching Plan
• 92 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) & 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training & Development Opportunities
• Instant access to your wages ahead of payday

Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.