Entry Level Forklift Operator & Order Puller Trainee – Easton, PA

$2,500 Hiring Bonus!

We’re looking to hire talented people that are interested in getting trained in our business. We currently have an opening for an Entry Level Forklift Operator & Order Puller (Trainee). This role will work on second shift and require regular movement throughout the shift, which means regular periods of standing, sitting, walking, and sliding/moving up to 100 pounds, and even driving heavy equipment outdoors in all types of weather.

Under the direction of the Site Operations Manager, this role will focus on safely moving our product for our customers. We want talented people with at least a high school diploma, that have a drive to perform and a commitment to safety. From there, we will safely train them to pick and pull orders and operate a forklift to efficiently load and move product for our customers.

The shift would start at4:30AM and would end at approximately 1:00PM. There is room for overtime and you can also drive your base pay rate higher, as you master more and more skills. Medical, dental and gainsharing benefits will also apply for all eligible employees.

The starting pay is $21.00 per hour. Overtime may be required if operating conditions warrant.This role offers a$2500 hiring bonus as long as associate remains with us in good standing over a year’s period.

You will enjoy this role if you enjoy…

Working Safely and learning various skills at the same time
Working the first shift (4:30AM – 1:00PM)
Working outdoors in all seasons and temperatures
Working with a team and being accountable for your own work too
Working with heavy equipment and machinery
Working with simple math tools that help you with measurements Working with various systems to process orders

As a reminder, this role requires regular movement throughout the shift, which means regular periods of standing, sitting, walking, and sliding/moving up to 100 pounds, and operating equipment outdoors in all types of weather.

Key Qualities & Responsibilities:

Be coachable and willing to seek input from management and team
Be committed to customer service and safety
Be committed to wear the required personal protective equipment without being prompted
Be committed to safely operate and maintain all Weyerhaeuser equipment to efficiently cut and move product to designated areas
Be committed to take personal safety and the safety of others very seriously
Be committed to always speaking up about anything unsafe
Be committed to accurately counting, measuring, and documenting daily inventory for shipping and receiving

Key Requirements:

Ability to learn and master the operation of a chainsaw and forklift
Strong attention to detail, planning and organizational skills
Ability to work with within a team to solve customer problems and complete general tasks
Willing to work outside, regularly moving, in the elements five days a week and occasional weekends
Ability to continuously work while standing, sitting, and driving equipment throughout the day.
Ability to work, while lifting up to 50lbs
Ability to work, while moving and sliding up to 100lbs
Basic computer skills

Required Education & Experience:

High school diploma or GED required
A proven track record of successful performance at school and work

About Wood Products:
Weve been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.
For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

/Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team. /

Job: Operations, Manufacturing, & Construction

Title: Entry Level Forklift Operator & Order Puller Trainee – Easton, PA

Location: PA-Easton

Requisition ID: 01021734