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Lift Truck Operator 3rd Shift

Job in South Pittsburg, Marion County, Tennessee, 37380, USA
Listing for: Shaw Industries
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-01
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Forklift Operator, Material Handler
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Lift Truck Operator I 3rd Shift
Location: South Pittsburg

Lift Truck Operator I 3rd Shift

Position Objective:
Transport raw materials and finished product to and from the Rough Saw/Machining department to ensure that the flow of product is uninterrupted.

Essential Duties:

  • Offload finished product and transport to WIP racks.
  • Offload Pressing panels to Rough saw staging area two (2) rows, two (2) deep for a total of eight (8).
  • When operating the lift truck in the rough saw area:
    Check for any type of debris on pressed bundle once the top board has been removed.
  • All required bundles from the Auto Distressing are to be staged in the Review Area by seven (7:00AM).
  • Place packaging materials in appropriate locations.
  • Locate material in shop floor system and place on line.
  • Empty dumpsters.
  • Load baseboards for stacker
  • Help package pallets of wood product for shipment or storage.
  • Follow specific instructions on each order.
  • Achieve set quality standards.
  • Keep machines and work area clean and free of dust.
  • Dump broken pallets.
  • Count and chip all half/full panels in Rough Saw area as needed.
  • Pick up any bolsters or strapping from the floor area and place in designated locations once material has been removed from them.
  • Keep lift trucks on charger during breaks and when not in use. At end of shift ensure lift trucks are plugged up.
  • Make sure at end of shift all bundle top cover boards are removed from Rough Saw in feed.
  • Only stack materials in designated areas and always ensure materials are clear off the walls.
  • Ensure no boards/planks are leaned on fence.
  • Ensure all materials processed in a line are issued to that line.
  • When running styles 0299W and 0300W on the line:
    • LTO will be notified by the Profiler when starting and completing order
    • LTO will move cart and pallet rack into position on the line when order is started.
    • LTO will move cart and pallet rack back to the 5S staging location when order is completed.
  • LTO is required to inspect ½ bottom boards before setting on the line in either the rough saw or machining areas.
  • Perform other requested duties as requested by Lead or Supervisor.

Non-Essential Duties:

  • Must be a team player
  • Take an active role in committees.
  • Cross-training for other jobs on rough saw/machining lines.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to bend, squat, and stoop several times a day.
  • Must be able to stand for 8 – 12 hours a day.
  • Must be able to climb stairs several times throughout the day.
  • Must be able to assist in lifting up to 75 lbs. several times a day.
  • Must be able to lift 35-50 lbs. on a regular basis throughout the day.
  • Must be able to handle the stress of meeting goals and production requirements.
  • Must pass vision screening.

Other Requirements:

  • Basic reading, writing, and math ability.
  • Must be able to operate a lift truck once trained.
  • Must be capable of learning and performing additional operations
  • Must be capable of being trained on current computer systems and software.

Training Requirements:

  • On the job training
  • Must have all OSHA, SAFE, SMS, and plant specific training.
  • Certified Lift Truck Driver
  • Lockout/tagout Training (Authorized or Affected)

Tool, Equipment, & Material Requirements:

  • Safety Glasses
  • PPE listed on JHA

Safety & Security Requirements:

  • Must comply with all required OSHA, SAFE, and plant specific safety rules and regulations.
  • Refer to the Plant JHA (Job Hazard Analysis) for this job for the prevention of accidents.

Work Shift:

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to out-punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts PM Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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