Load Builder/Forklift Operator

PARR is the total source for homebuilding supplies, solutions, and services. We focus on supplying building materials and solutions to professional home builders of all sizes including custom builders, large production builders, and multifamily builders. Our customers and community members know that they can rely on us for Legendary Service and quality products.Job title: Load Builder/Forklift OperatorPay: Starting at $21.02 - $25.50 an hour, depending on experienceSchedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, or until all tasks for the day have been completed.Location: Hillsboro, Oregon (Logistics - Located off of 185th Ave)The Load Builder/Forklift Operator supports our Mission of "Legendary Service Through Teamwork" by safely and efficiently building loads for our drivers to then deliver. The accuracy of loads is key in order to save time and money for the company, so the load builder is an important component of the PARR team. This Full-Time position is also responsible for receiving and stocking inventory. As needed, the Load Builder assists customer service employees in filling orders for walk-in customers.The Load Builder directly reports to the General Manager. They interact daily with the Yard Inventory Specialist, Customer Service Employees, Truck Drivers, and delivery persons.QualificationsOSHA Certified Forklift LicenseKnowledge of receiving/inventory control principles, practices and protocolsKnowledge of dimension lumber and panel products and other building materialsAbility to read and interpret "pick tickets" and invoicesAbility to concentrate and attend to detail amidst a busy work environmentDuties And ResponsibilitiesBuilds safe and efficient loads of building materials by correctly reading "pick tickets" and invoicesReads SKUs and identifies material types to accurately build loadsLoad and off-load company trucks with building materials both by hand and with a forkliftCompletes inventory adjustmentsPuts stock awayTags loadsReceive delivered inventory by properly inspecting paperwork for accuracy and by depositing inventory in designated locationsOpens and closes yard as neededKeeps forklift cleanEnsures that appropriate paperwork is completed as per company policyMaintain yard cleanliness during course of workKnows product substitutions, shares that knowledge, and always applies the knowledge to building the loadCross trains as backup driver, receiver, counter sales, and dispatcher if neededProactively seeks to learn products and applications for the end userRegularly attends product knowledge meetingsUnderstand weight limits and length limits for the company's fleet of trucks as to safely and lawfully load trucksWears proper high visibility and safety gearSafely operates equipment and always honks horn and looks before backing or rounding blind cornersPerform daily safety audits of forklift and promptly report any malfunctioning equipmentParticipates in safety committee when necessaryReviews and completes Hold Harmless form with customersThe load builder primarily works outdoors in all weather conditions.Physical RequirementsAbility to sit and/or stand for extended periods of timeMust be able to grasp, talk, hear, and operate a computer and keyboardMust be able to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds and carry objects 50 feetMust be able to work outdoors in all weather conditionsBoth local and overnight travel may be requiredAbility to cover different shifts when necessaryBenefitsWe know that without great people, we can't be a great company. Voted as one of the "Top Places to Work" by the Oregonian for 3 years in a row, we offer industry-leading benefits:Everyone starts earning 2 weeks of vacation per year on day 1, and gains an additional day every year worked up to 4 weeks offEmployee paid sick days7 holidaysStandard medical plan with a very low $1,000 deductibleDental, Vision, EAP (Employee Assistance Program)Massage, Chiropractic and Acupuncture coverageFSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Childcare pretax spending programsUp to 50% match on the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k) after 1 year of employment and fully vested at the end of your 3rd yearIn addition to the 401(k) match, there a 3% profit share contribution to the 401(k), with Board approvalTuition reimbursement (up to $2,500/year)Annual profit sharing $1,000 referral bonusPARR Promotes!We have a transparent pay structure, and love to promote from within. Our current CEO started with the company as a driver and by being open to change and a self-starter he climbed the ranks to the role he has today. There are many members of our management team who started their careers in our entry-level positions. If you're willing to work hard, there's no reason you won't earn regular merit increases and promotions. There is a LOT of opportunity - PARR is growing fast!We value our employees like family and are constantly working to provide a safe place to work for our employees. Most of our locations are not open past 5 and all our locations are closed on Sundays.Our company mission is Legendary Service through Teamwork, and we take that seriously. When you join our team, you're joining a family owned company that's been in business for 90 years, with a well-established reputation as a leader within the building material supply industry in the United States.Salary: $21.02 - $25.50 per hourJob Posted by ApplicantPro