Extrusion Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Job Details

Base pay range is $24.50 - $28.00 per hour.

Shift: 1st Shift, Monday - Friday, 5:00 am - 1:30 pm.

Operates forklift to receive, deliver, and otherwise move materials between and throughout two adjacent manufacturing buildings (North and South). Primary task is to receive orders from production lines, deliver requested materials, and use forklift to unload incoming cargo containers and move materials around the facility. Also must assist in month‑end counting, accuracy verification, and maintain accurate inventory records.

• Supports production lines:
  At start of shift, communicate with last shift to determine order sequence and completion.
• Receives order paperwork, incoming radio call, or in‑person request for materials.
• Reviews order and/or writes down verbal order information on notepad.
• Orders needed PVC profile materials from extrusion.
• Obtains materials from North building (supply area), extrusion, receiving areas in South building, or elsewhere within the South building.
• Delivers materials to appropriate production line in a timely manner.
• Prioritizes orders and determines sequence of delivery.
• Determines when to stop one task and begin another based on production needs.
• Unloads incoming materials from cargo containers in either building.
• Moves unused glass materials from staging area into waste container.
• Moves unused PVC materials from fabrication staging area to extrusion department for re‑use.
• Clearly communicates with internal customers and records order information.
• Prioritizes tasks according to production needs.
• Obtains and delivers materials in a timely fashion.
• Safely and effectively operates the forklift, using both hands and feet as well as visual and auditory senses.

• May assist with materials movement in other areas outside scope of receiving/delivery when asked.
• May assist receiving clerk or storekeeper when asked.
• Completes and maintains production paperwork as needed per training.
• Punch time clock before and after shift to record time worked.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

3-5 years of operating forklift experience.

• Ability to read, write, and speak simple English appropriate to a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist.
• Ability to read production tags, production paperwork, safety warning labels and signs; verbally communicate with coworkers, leads and supervisor about production processes and safety information.
• Ability to read a tape measure to the 1/16th inch and use a chart to convert it to a decimal.
• Ability to perform basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division calculations.
• Apply common‑sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, physically demonstrated or diagrammed form.
• Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situations.
• Prioritize work tasks according to production requirements.
• Knowledge of all safety practices and procedures.
• Broad knowledge of production line positions, products and procedures.

Site Address: 5001 D Street NW, Auburn, WA 98001

Shoe Voucher/Reimbursement

Benefits start on Day One.

Full‑time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The US base pay range for this full‑time position is $24.50 per hour to $28.00 per hour + medical, dental, vision benefits starting day 1 + 401k and PTO. Pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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