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Job Requisition: 0391
Job Posting: 1st Shift Forklift Operator
Date Posted: 06/28/2024
Location: Schofield, WI
Reports to: 1st Shift Supervisor
1st Shift Forklift Operator
American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 450+ employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue. We are currently seeking a candidate for the Forklift Operator role in the Schofield, WI.
JOB SUMMARY
The Forklift Operator is responsible for working in a safe, efficient manner to maximize the shipping and receiving of finished goods and materials.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
SHIPPING/RECEIVING
- Operate the forklift in a safe and efficient manner while loading AWF and customer trailers with packaged material
- Complete required shipping and receiving paperwork
QUALITY
- Maintain and verify that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated to supervisors, production employees, truck drivers, office personnel, and customers
- Assist in the design and implementation of new procedures as needed
OTHER
- Attend and participate in a monthly safety meeting
- Establish personal growth and working relationship with fellow employees to further improvement and teamwork
- Maintain cleanliness of work station and related areas
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Physical capability to bend, squat, or stoop
- Valid Driver's License REQUIRED
- Forklift Certification REQUIRED
- Candidate MUST be able to pass a background check
- Candidate MUST be able to pass a drug screen
EXPERIENCE LEVEL
- Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
- Industrial Equipment: 1 year (Preferred)
- Packaging: 1 year (Preferred)
COMPENSATION
BENEFITS
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
SCHEDULE
· 8-hour shift
· Day shift
· Monday-Friday at 6:30am-3:00pm
· Overtime-eligible
LOCATION
- On-site, one location – Schofield, WI
For consideration…
Due to the nature of our business, American Wood Fibers requires a tobacco and smoke-free environment. We offer a competitive package to include health, dental, vision and life insurance, plus profit bonus, paid time off and matching 401(k). If interested, please fill out the online application at: https://awf.jotform.com/232075762423050. For more company information, please visit our web site www.awf.com. AWF is an EEO employer.
Corporate Office
9740 Patuxent Woods Drive, Ste. 500
Columbia, MD 21046
800-624-9663 / 410-290-8700
Fax 410-290-6660
Other Locations
Jessup, MD / Schofield, WI / Pella, IA / Lebanon, KY / Clarks, NE / Marysville, CA / Marshall, TX / Circleville, OH / Marion, VA / Jamestown, CA / Laurinburg, NC
Visit us at: www.awf.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.85 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person