Forklift & Wood Waste Materials Operator at Canyon Creek Cabinet Company

Monroe, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Forklift Operation, Waste Materials Handling, Safety Procedures, Rotary Grinding Machine Operation, Conveyor System Operation, Documentation, Attention To Detail, Machine Manual Interpretation, Basic Math, Computer Skills, PPE Compliance, Physical Stamina, Grasping, Manual Dexterity

Industry

Wholesale Building Materials

Description

Description Position Title: Forklift & Wood Waste Materials Operator Reports To: Maintenance Manager Shift: 6am - 2:30pm, Monday - Friday About the Role We’re looking for a reliable, safety-focused team member to join our maintenance team as a Forklift & Waste Materials Operator. In this role, you’ll help keep our production floor running smoothly by transporting and processing wood waste materials, operating machinery, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. If you enjoy hands-on work, operating equipment, and staying active throughout the day, this job is a great fit. What You’ll Do Safely transport wood waste and materials using a forklift Weigh and document waste materials using a drive-on scale Operate a rotary grinding machine (HOG) and conveyor system Remove garbage and cardboard from inside the facility Maintain outdoor areas including the parking lot, pallet storage, and exterior garbage Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and standardized work instructions Interpret documentation, work instructions, and machine manuals accurately Requirements What We’re Looking For Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety Ability to read and interpret scrap records and machine manuals Basic math and computer skills Previous forklift experience highly preferred Ability to obtain forklift certification (required for the role) Experience in manufacturing is a plus Work Environment This position works in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You can expect: Exposure to wood dust and cabinet-making materials Use of required PPE Working on concrete floors Varying temperatures Loud noise levels Outdoor forklift operation in all weather Physical Requirements This is an active, physical role. You should be able to: Stand and walk frequently throughout the day Lift 1–70 lbs. depending on the task Push/pull loaded carts up to 150 lbs. Bend, stoop, twist, reach, squat, and climb as needed Operate foot controls and perform tasks requiring grasping and manual dexterity Work with equipment that produces low or high-impact vibration Maintain required levels of vision for safety and accuracy

Responsibilities

The operator will be responsible for safely transporting wood waste using a forklift, weighing and documenting materials, and operating machinery like the rotary grinding machine and conveyor system. This role also involves maintaining cleanliness and safety in both indoor and outdoor facility areas.