Forklift Operator

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YORK BUILDING PRODUCTS CO LLC

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Posted 26 days ago

Full Time

Cockeysville, Maryland

In Person

Smart Summary

The Forklift Operator/Laborer will safely load, unload, move, and organize materials using assigned forklift equipment while ensuring products are prepared accurately for shipment. This role also involves verifying load accuracy, completing daily equipment inspections, and assisting with general operational duties.

We are looking for a Forklift Operator / Laborer with prior forklift operating experience and a strong understanding of workplace safety procedures. The ideal candidate will be able to work extended hours when needed, follow detailed instructions, and be a dependable team player with a focus on accuracy, safety, and productivity. This role involves operating forklift equipment safely, loading and unloading materials, and maintaining a clean work area.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Forklift Operation

Loading

Unloading

Material Organization

Equipment Inspection

Safety Procedures

Reading Instructions

Teamwork

Accuracy

Productivity

Job Description

Description

Forklift Operator / Laborer


Job Summary

Ready to keep things moving? As a Forklift Operator / Laborer, you’ll play a key role in our daily operations by safely loading, unloading, moving, and organizing materials. This hands-on position helps ensure products are prepared accurately and efficiently for shipment while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

What You’ll Do

  • Operate assigned forklift equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Load and unload materials from various types of trucks.
  • Organize and stage materials in logical order for shipment. 
  • Verify load accuracy while working closely with Supervisors, Customer Service Representatives, and Sales teams
  • Complete daily equipment inspections and report any issues promptly. 
  • Follow all Federal, State, Local, and company safety policies and procedures.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area
  • Assist with additional duties as needed to keep operations running smoothly.
     

What We’re Looking For

  • Prior forklift operating experience required.
  • Ability to work extended hours when needed to support production demands. 
  • Strong understanding of workplace safety procedures
  • Ability to read and follow detailed instructions, including picking and loading tickets. 
  • A dependable team player who takes pride in accuracy, safety, and productivity.
     

Work Environment

  • Work is performed in accordance with York Building Products safety policies.
  • Duties may be performed indoors and outdoors, requiring exposure to weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, wind, dust, and other elements
  • Ability to operate various types of heavy equipment and machinery.
     

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to climb in and out of equipment repeatedly
  • Physical demands include walking, sitting, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
     

Additional Information

  • Position Type: Full-Time
  • Classification: Non-Exempt 
  • Supervisory Status: Non-Supervisory 

Duties, responsibilities, and work activities may change as business needs evolve. Medical and/or religious accommodations will be considered as required by law.

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YORK BUILDING PRODUCTS CO LLC

A division of The Stewart Companies, York Building Products manufactures concrete masonry products, lintels, retaining walls; maintains sand & gravel plants, stone quarries, and asphalt operations; and produces WORKRITE® cements for masonry. Headquartered in York, PA, York Building Products serves a distribution area primarily east of the Mississippi.

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