Forklift Operator

Job Summary

The Forklift Operator Position will use a forklift to facilitate movement of product and materials in an organized and safe manner throughout the facility to maximize space and productivity.

• Comply with Company Safety Policies and Procedures
• Wear assigned PPE to safely perform all job tasks
• Wear steel‑toed boots for the duration of the work shift
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude
• Report any and all injuries to the supervisor(s)
• Perform general housekeeping duties to help maintain a clean and safe work area
• Attend company‑sponsored training when necessary
• Report to work daily and on time unless otherwise excused
• Abide by all of Boral safety and/or quality policies and procedures
• Perform a daily inspection on the assigned forklift and notify appropriate personnel of all safety and maintenance issues prior to operating the forklift
• Transfer material throughout the facility and store new product in designated areas
• Safely secure and load flatbed trucks as needed (where applicable)
• Follow company safety procedures pertaining to forklift safety
• Follow all forklift safety procedures when replacing empty propane tanks on forklifts
• Wrap finished product for shipping (where applicable)
• Load and unload trucks with finished goods
• Maintain and control loading‑zone security
• Retrieve pallets
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed
• Attend to regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Must be able to read and write in English and/or Spanish
• Ability to receive and carry out instructions given by management
• Ability to model desired behavior and conduct for all employees
• Must be safe‑minded and alert during operations
• Demonstrated traits of honesty and integrity and ability to maintain confidential information
• Must be able to perform simple mathematical functions
• Must possess the ability to obtain forklift certification and have thorough knowledge of operating policies and procedures

The employee should have the following:

• Training or certification in relevant skills or trade
• 1—2 years' experience in a relevant field

The employee should possess the ability to:

• Prolong standing or remain in a stationary position
• Complete repetitive movements
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (hearing, vision and hard‑hat protection)
• Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds
• Move or traverse around the facilities
• Work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditions

This is not necessarily an all‑inclusive list of job‑related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities or may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at‑will” relationship.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.