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Weyerhaeuser Forklift Operator - Houston, TX in Houston, Texas
412774BR
Auto req ID:
412774BR
Company:
Weyerhaeuser
Job Code:
Operator Operator
Job Description:
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Description
Weyerhaeuser Distribution is a leader in distributing building products for residential, light commercial and home improvement applications worldwide.
We have an immediate opening for a Forklift and Building Materials Operator located at our distribution center in North Houston area south of Beltway 8 off of 249. We encourage you to review the responsibilities and qualifications and apply today!
Our business
Weyerhaeuser has been in business for more than 120 years, and our strong foundation of values guides everything we do. Our people are our most valuable assets, and we’re serious about safety — there’s nothing more important than making sure every employee goes home safely each day. We are driven to achieve excellence and proud of what we do, and we strongly support and value different backgrounds and voices (Watch This Video. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LulFvys71w4) ). With Weyerhaeuser, you’ll join a community where everyone has opportunities to develop and grow throughout their careers.
Competitive pay and excellent benefits.
Full benefits include:
Health, Well-Being, and Future
Medical + Prescription, Dental + Vision for you and your family
Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Retirement Plan Options with Employer Contributions
Employee Assistance Program
Time Away from Work
Paid vacation time
Disability Benefits, Parental Leave
Appreciation and Opportunity
Competitive base pay and a site performance bonus plan
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Key Responsibilities:
Safely operate and maintain propane or gas forklift to move products from stock lines to staging and/or cut stations
Safely load products
Ensure accountability for personal safety and the safety of others by addressing any unsafe practices observed
Wear all personal protective equipment required
Accurately perform basic math skills such as adding, subtracting and multiplying
Accurately count units, record totals and document shipping and receiving activities
Develop in‑depth knowledge of building material products and warehouse operations
Be highly attentive and adaptive to warehouse routines
Commit to quality, efficiency and continuous process improvement.
This position will be in the AM starting at 10:00.
This is not an inside warehouse position. This role will perform manual labor 55- 65% of the time.
Position Title:
Forklift Operator - Houston, TX
Job Category:
Operations
Minimum Education Required:
High School/GED
City*:
Houston
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities:
Qualifications
What you will need:
High school diploma or GED
Experience operating a sit-down forklift with 9,000 to 17,500-pound forklift capacity
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move or slide up to 100 pounds
Must be able to operate a chainsaw with a 24” bar
Willingness to work outside in the elements five days a week and occasional Saturdays depending on business needs
Computer skills: SAP or other Warehouse Management Systems
Ability to work cohesively in a team environment with strong attention to detail and accuracy
What will make you stand out:
2 or more years of experience operating a 9,000 to 17,500-pound forklift
Wood products cutting experience
Building materials distribution work experience/ background
Knowledge of building materials/construction background
State*:
Texas
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