Entry Level T&G Forklift Operator (6A-6P. 4 on / 4 off)

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP Building Solutions) is a leading provider of high-performance building solutions that meet the demands of builders, remodelers, and homeowners worldwide. We manufacture engineered wood building products that include an extensive offering of innovative and dependable building materials and accessories. LP’s values-driven culture creates an environment where talented and hardworking people thrive in an ethical, inclusive, challenging, and rewarding place to work. Since our founding in 1972, we’ve developed careers and provided advancement opportunities in the building products industry. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 facilities across North and South America. For more information, visit LPCorp.com.

Job Purpose

To operate mobile equipment on the T & G line in an OSB manufacturing facility.

In This Position You Will Have The Opportunity To

• Complete operational checklist for forklift
• Organize and manage finished product from mainline production.
• Keep the T&G machine supplied with product and packaging materials and removing finished product from outfeed area
• Keep the T&G area cleaned and units organized and put in the warehouse.
• Organize warehouse stacking lanes
• Assist with cleaning the T&G paintbooth
• Assist with the operation of T&G equipment including quality checks
• Organize downgrade crossouts and empty waste dumpster
• Assist all other forklift operators and strappers as needed directed by supervisor or lead man
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks
• Works on Re-Grading product
• Perform other duties as necessary.
• Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations
  
  

What do I need to be successful?

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of simple equipment operation.
• Knowledge of general equipment maintenance.
• Time management skills.
• Demonstrated mechanical ability.
• Ability to read and understand safety rules and regulations.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
  
  

Education

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
  
  

Experience

• 3 – 6 months experience in mobile equipment operation preferred.
• Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.
  
  

Work Environment

Plant environment with exposure to sawdust, chemicals, extreme temperatures, and other inclement conditions.

LP offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits and programs including health and welfare benefits, 401(k) program, career mobility, tuition reimbursement, volunteer opportunities, profit sharing and more.