Mentor Trainee Forklift Operator​/Gyd - Springfield Plywood

Position Title: General Plant Forklift (Mentor)

Reports To: Department Supervisor

Department: Dryers, Green Veneer, Layup

Hours per shift: Employee works 8‑hour shifts, 2 10‑minute breaks, 30‑minute unpaid lunch.

Shift times: Day: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM;
Swing: 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM;
Graveyard: 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM.

Wage: Level 3

Safely load/unload and transport material to and from machine centers. Safely stack/unstack units in designated storage bays.

• Essential Functions – Visually inspect the forklift for leaks, damaged forks, excessive wear in steering, lift chains, tires and proper operation of brakes.
• Check fluid levels and fill to the mark.
• Utilize proper refueling procedures to safely fuel forklift.
• The worker may be required to rotate to different positions for cross training purposes or to facilitate production; other duties are outlined in individual job descriptions.
• Assist co‑workers or maintenance personnel in basic maintenance procedures.

• Perform other duties and functions as assigned by supervisor for production and cleaning purposes.

• Mostly indoors (80%) with average temperature 80°F, extremes 10°F–120°F; externals 20%.
• Noise and vibration from machines and forklifts.
• Hazards as detailed in Job Hazard Analysis.
• Worker stands on a slightly elevated wooden platform with rubber mats and moves opposite an elevated dry conveyor 3½–4 ft above ground.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for disabilities.

• Eye Protection
• Hearing Protection
• Blue Atlas gloves
• Approved footwear
• High‑visibility clothing

Constant use of hearing and vision; frequent pushing, pulling, and reaching; occasional lifting or carrying over 50 lbs.

• Excellent hand–eye coordination; continuous vision and hearing; peripheral vision.
• Reading and speech required to comprehend Job Hazard Analysis, lockout procedures, and safety training.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, self‑directed, prioritize, organize, and make decisions.

• Perform only maintenance you are trained to do; keep body away from machinery.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures before maintenance.
• Use proper body mechanics; ask for help when lifting loads.
• Wear required PPE.
• Communicate with co‑workers, especially forklift drivers.
• Read and write during safety training.

Maximum weight lifted without assistance: 50 lbs (lifting >50 lbs requires 2+ people or devices).

Maximum weight carried without assistance: 10–50 lbs (carrying >50 lbs requires assistance or devices).

Pushing/Pulling force: up to 10–20 lbs.