Forklift

1st shift Pay Range $19.00 - $19.85Northwest Hardwoods, Inc.Hamden, OhioNorthwest Hardwoods Overview:Northwest Hardwoods is the leading manufacturer of hardwood lumber in North America, as well as a leading supplier of panel products from around the world.  A fully integrated, global supplier of wood products, NWH serves the furniture, flooring, cabinet, molding, and millwork industries.Key Responsibilities and Duties:Receiving and shipping wood products (loading/unloading containers and flatbed trucks with forklift). Pulling and loading ordersInventory management (FIFO and cycle counts)Warehouse UpkeepingBasic Qualifications:Safety-conscious attitude and experience. Must possess skills, knowledge, and experience in the field of inventory/warehouseStrong work ethic with the ability to be flexible in a fast-paced, changing environment. Must work well as a team member. Highly organized and proven communication skills. Operate all assigned material handling equipmentFollow all NWH Standards for Lift DriversManage complex workflows supporting production and shippingProper loading and unloading of inbound and outbound lumberProper storing following FIFO guidelinesLead by example in safety, quality, and productivityTrain, coach, and validate other operatorsSupport audits, inventories, and CI initiativesCollaborating with supervisors on workflow planningUnload all OSP lumber off flatbedsReceiving all inbound OSP lumberControl GRN inventorySnow removal and driveway repairLoad all containers with the shipperLoad one or both stackers infeed decksBackup high lift driver as neededMust have excellent attendancePreferred Qualifications:Forklift experience and or forklift safety certification3 to 5 years' experience operating larger lift TrucksForklift certification is preferredInventory management or WMS experienceTravel: NoneAdditional Information:Northwest Hardwoods provides competitive wages, comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision health care coverage, paid vacation/holidays, and company matching 401(k) retirement plan.Candidates Who Meet These Qualifications Will Be Considered Further.Northwest Hardwoods, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.