Forklift Driver and Plant Worker - Conner Industries Inc.

IMMEDIATE OPENING! Apply Online or In Person 12110 Old Stage Road, Chester, VA 23931.

$15-$16/hr DOE. Salary Adjustment Available at 30/60/90 Days.

COMPANY

Conner Industries, Inc. is a rapidly growing manufacturer and distributor in the industrial lumber, custom wood packaging, and integrated packaging markets. With an outstanding reputation, and over 40 years as an industry leader, we operate 14 manufacturing facilities and currently sit at #2 in the U.S. for market share. Best of all, we are growing!

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES FORKLIFT DRIVER

Operating a forklift, shipping and receiving, stacking lumber and assisting in other warehouse operations.

DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS

• Provide support to the supply chain by collecting, loading, shipping and receiving warehouse products.
• Operate technical equipment, optimizing loading and unloading for efficient logistics.
• Support other warehouse functions to ensure smooth business operation.
• Must be able to read and interpret job orders.
• Must be self-motivated and meet the daily expectations of the supervisor.
• Use good judgment.
• Learn to identify wood species and grade of material.
• Actions should ensure a safe and productive work environment, including housekeeping, for yourself and co-workers.
• Maintain an acceptable attendance record.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Forklift experience required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Able to read and interpret job orders.
• Able to listen and communicate effectively with co-workers, customers and management, and respond to common inquiries or complaints.
• Able to apply basic mathematical concepts like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to such tasks as job order verification.
• Able to use and read a standard and/or metric tape measure.
• Able to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Must be self-motivated and able to make limited and independent judgments based on given alternatives.
• Able to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Able to interpret an assorted number of tasks or instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand 100% of the time. The employee is required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls in a fast pace environment. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch and talk or hear. The employee is required to use repetitive motions. The employee must regularly lift and/ or move up to 40 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and the ability to focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in an indoor and partial outdoor manufacturing environment. The noise level is usually moderate to high and requires the use of hearing protection. The employee is required to wear PPE. The employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The work environment is structured, and lunches and breaks are regulated. Must notify supervisor or group leader when leaving work area.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change.

EEO Statement
Conner Industries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Conner Industries complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Conner Industries does not disqualify applicants that test positive for THC on the pre-employment drug screen. As permitted by state law, applicants being considered for positions with the following responsibilities: CDL Drivers, Forklift Operators, Sales, Maintenance, Management, and all Corporate positions, must pass a drug and alcohol test, done through an outside vendor, Quest Diagnostics, before beginning work in that position. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification for the desired position.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance
• PTO Accrued Immediately, Available after 30 Days
• 8 Company Paid Holidays
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement Available - Including Many Trade Schools