McWane Ductile-- Forklift Operator

McWane Ductile-New Jersey-Large Forklift Operator

• Full-time
• Exempt/Non-Exempt:
  Non-Exempt

McWane Ductile New Jersey is an industry leader in manufacturing water distribution and infrastructure products. As our country expanded, so did the need to supply growing cities with clean water and safely remove wastewater. Our location history starts in 1865 when Warren Foundry and Machine Company casted stoves, steam engines, mill gearing and other foundry related items. Currently we specialize in the casting of iron ductile pipes that range from 3" to 24" in diameter.

Great Things about McWane Ductile-New Jersey

Medical, Dental, Vision and Company paid Life insurance

Family Medical cost is as low as $157.68 per month

Vacation/PSL & Paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Pay Rate between $26.50 and $29.50 per hour. All rates are in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)

Job Summary: As a Large Forklift operator, you must be qualified to operate a forklift, and are responsible for performing a fork truck check and complete appropriate form(s).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Confirm that all information on the bundling ticket is accurate.
• Visually inspect every assembled bundle for obvious cosmetic defects including legible stencils and complete coating.
• Initial bundling ticket after completion of inspection to assure verification.
• All pipe entering the shipping yard must be inspected and initialed by quality inspector located at the scale house.
• Perform fork truck check and complete appropriate form.
• Record the yard storage location on the bundling ticket and return it to the scale house inspector.
• Any other duties assigned by your supervisor.

Job Summary: The Forklift Operator/Bundle Inspector is responsible for safely operating a forklift while ensuring the accuracy and quality of bundled pipe products prior to storage and shipment. Key responsibilities include completing forklift inspections, verifying bundling ticket information, and conducting visual inspections of bundles to identify cosmetic defects, stencil legibility, and coating completeness. The operator initials bundling tickets to verify inspections, records yard storage locations, and ensures all bundles entering the shipping yard are reviewed and signed off by a quality inspector.

This position requires adherence to safety and quality standards, effective communication with supervision, and the ability to work a full production schedule, including all scheduled Saturdays.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Qualified to operate a forklift.
• Perform fork truck check and complete appropriate form.
• Confirm that all information on the bundling ticket is accurate.
• Visually inspect every assembled bundle for obvious cosmetic defects, including legible stencils and complete coating.
• Initial bundling ticket after completion of inspection to assure verification.
• All pipes entering the shipping yard must be inspected and signed off by quality inspector located at the scale house.
• Record the yard storage location on the bundling ticket and return it to the scale house inspector.
• Any other duties assigned by your supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating heavy‑capacity forklifts (18,000+ lbs.), with specific experience handling pipe or structural steel materials.
• A valid license with acceptable driving record.
• Valid forklift operator certification, which will be re‑evaluated once hired.
• Demonstrated knowledge of proper load handling techniques, including stacking heavy, round, or long materials.
• Excellent hand‑eye coordination and spatial awareness.
• Ability to work independently with strong initiative.
• Strong record of safety awareness.

McWane Ductile – NJ is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

McWane Ductile is a Drug and Alcohol-Free work environment. Successful candidates must pass a pre‑employment background check, drug screening and physical.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.