Forklift Driver: 1st shift; Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm

Skills Inc., one of Washington State’s largest aerospace suppliers offers world-class, competitively-priced products and services which exceed customer’s requirements for rigorous standards and excellence. We are a fully integrated, self-funded non-profit with a social mission to train, employ and serve persons with disabilities and our community. 

 JOB SUMMARY 

As part of our recent growth, we are seeking a Forklift Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating forklifts and other material handling equipment to transport, stack, load, and unload raw materials, finished products, and supplies within a manufacturing/finish facility, ensuring operational efficiency and safety.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Material Handling: Safely operate forklifts (sit-down, stand-up, reach trucks) to move, load, unload, and stack pallets and bulk items.
• Loading/Unloading: Handle incoming and outgoing shipments from trucks, or containers, verifying counts against manifests.
• Inventory Management: Use of scanners and logbooks to track inventory, rotate materials and report discrepancies or damaged goods.
• Quality Control: Perform visual checks on materials and products for damage, ensuring correct placement and secure loads.
• Equipment Maintenance: Conduct pre-shift inspections, basic upkeep (cleaning, refueling), and report mechanical issues.
• Safety Compliance: Strictly follow company safety guidelines, OSHA regulations, and maintain a clean, hazard-free work environment.
• Documentation: Complete forms, records, and documentation related to movements, shipments, and inventory.
• Team Collaboration: Coordinate with facility staff, supervisors, and other departments to meet production schedules.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Knowledge or experience working in an inclusive work environment, particularly those persons with disabilities.
• Attention to detail and basic math skills
• Adaptable to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace
• Accepting of criticism and ability to deal calmly and effectively with stressful situations
• Valid forklift certification/license
• Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges
• Strong understanding of safety protocols (OSHA
• Ability to identify, organize, estimate and recognize differences or similarities
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers  
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written or verbal instructions
• Ability to deal with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles
• Ability to provide direction and guidance
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, team oriented, and ability to deal with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles 

 LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English through verbal communication, American Sign Language, or adaptive technology

 CONFIDENTIALITY 

 The responsibilities of this position may require an individual to access and hold in confidence certain information. This means that information and/or documentation acquired about employees, suppliers, customers, business practices, and all other related information remains confidential.  

 PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High school Diploma/GED 

 ITAR – US PERSON STATUS

 Due to Skills Inc.’s participation in the defense industry, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requires that access to sensitive information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be accessed, viewed or shared by US Persons as defined by law. A "US Person" can be a US citizen; a lawful permanent legal resident or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or asylee. 

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

 The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Frequent periods of standing or walking throughout the workday
• Occasional periods of sitting at a work station throughout the workday
• Frequent repetitive motions

• Constantly required to use fingers/hands/arms to grasp, pinch, pull, feel and reach
• Vision abilities include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (with help).
• Occasional use of Industry standard personal protective equipment (PPE) required.
• Constant exposure to indoor manufacturing environment 
• Constant exposure to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals
• Constant exposure to moving mechanical parts
• Constant exposure to moderate noise

 Definitions:

Constant (5-8 hrs. /shift)

Frequent (2-5 hrs. /shift)

Occasional (Up to 2 hrs. /shift)

SHIFT ASSIGNMENT

1st Shift; Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm

TOTAL REWARDS SUMMARY

At Skills Inc., our most important partnership is the one we share with our employees. We are dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of our employees and their dependents, which is why we offer a comprehensive and valuable benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) savings plan to eligible employees.

SALARY DESCRIPTION

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.  Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Skills Inc. is a self-supporting Social Enterprise and is organized as a 501 (c) (3) non-profit. We have three lines of business; Aerospace Manufacturing, Aerospace Finishing, and Business Solutions, that operate in 2 locations. Skills Inc. employs over 250 people and our social mission is to train, employ and serve persons with disabilities. We accomplish our mission three ways; direct hire, vocational programs and services, and as a resource to the community.

Salary Range: $18.00-22.00

BENEFITS SUMMARY

• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick 
• 401(k) with a percentage company-match contribution
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan 

 EEO and ADA STATEMENT

Skills Inc. is committed to cultivating a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We invite employees, participants in our services, vendors, and customers to bring their authentic selves to every interaction. We strive to represent the communities in which we serve. We aspire to see and value people across the spectrums of age, ability, gender, race, sexual orientation, perspectives, and other visible and invisible differences. Skills Inc. embraces equitable practices at the center of our daily work and believe our organization is stronger for it. Skills Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

 OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. New responsibilities, activities and duties may be modified or added at any time by a member of the management team.   

For questions regarding the aforementioned information, please contact the Human Resources Department at HRGroup@skillsinc.com.