Shipping/Forklift Operator

at  Metrie

METRIE PURPOSE: WE HELP PEOPLE TRANSFORM HOUSES INTO HOMES

North America’s largest manufacturer and distributor of interior millwork producing and selling interior finishings. We have been steadily growing our footprint and industry leadership for nearly 100 years. Established in 1926, still owned by the founding family, we continue to have the same focus on product excellence and a superior customer experience. We help people transform houses into homes. You’ve probably seen our products in the media featured on tv shows and magazines such as HGTV, Style At Home and House & Home, or by one of our Instagram influencers.
Metrie is an exceptional place to work. For everyone. As a team member at Metrie, you will be part of serving our communities as a supplier of home improvement and construction products. Our front-line workers are the foundation to our company’s success. They work actively, safely, and independently to maintain the efficient flow of products through our manufacturing and distribution process, while ensuring quality standards.
Watch this video to see why our employees feel like they truly belong here: (1603) Feels like a Family - YouTube

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Loading and unloading of material to reduce damage to minimal levels.
• Balancing the loads and loading of the transport vehicles. Unloading of transport vehicles. All in a safe manner.
• Read, understand, and follow all Safe Work Practices for machinery and equipment.
• Working with the production team in balancing the shipment schedule with the plant output.
• Coordinating the necessary export documents, and invoicing.
• Processing paperwork for incoming goods.
• Manage the bar code protocol for all profiles.
• Providing positive and effective customer service support to management.
• Qualifications*
• Proven leadership skills demonstrated by leading by example.
• Ability to operate forklift expertly.
• Ability to load and unload materials of transport vehicles.
• Understand company safety regulations and relevant occupational health and safety legislation.
• Understanding machine processes, paperwork systems, and quality standards within the plant.
• Demonstrated problem solving, and priority management capabilities.
• Effective communication ability for General Production, Operators, Management, customers, and contractors.
• Proactivity, creativity, and initiative for continuous improvement to the business processes.
• Ability to organize in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

Many of our jobs come with great benefits – including healthcare, other employee benefits, culture, ways to save for the future, and opportunities for career advancement – all in a safe and inclusive environment. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location, and can include the following:

• A collaborative work environment with a clear strategy and goals
• Comprehensive benefits package – medical, dental, vision care and life insurance-Benefits starts first of the month following hire date.
• PTO are earned and based upon accrued hours worked.
• Referral Program ($1,000 reward if you refer someone that gets hired and stays for several months)
• Development opportunities – we recognize potential in our people and strive to offer various opportunities for advancement, training, and personal growth.
• Family-oriented culture, focused on putting our people firs