Job Title

Distribution Lift Truck Operator I

Position Overview

Lift Truck Operator

Shaw Industries is looking to hire and train a Lift Truck Operator who will play an important role in the manufacture and distribution of a variety of flooring solutions for our residential and commercial customers.

We are looking for individuals who are motivated, interested in learning various skills, and who enjoy problem solving.

We are currently looking to fill 2nd shift openings. No prior manufacturing experience is necessary. Training is provided for all entry-level roles.

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, and is a global leader in delivering carpet, hardwood, tile & stone, laminate, synthetic turf, and other specialty products to residential and commercial markets worldwide.

We are committed to creating a better future for our customers, our people, our company, and our communities.

Responsibilities :

Considering job knowledge, job environment, effort, manipulative skill, judgment, safety knowledge and responsibility :

To retrieve product from inventory bins and transport them to proper location as instructed by onboard computer or Management Personnel.

Place unwrapped product on the wrapping station as needed.

Raise or lower dock leveler as needed.

Use orange cone system for full or empty trailers

Use Lift Truck to transport palletized freight as needed.

Have the Lift Truck battery changed as needed.

Must hand load trailers when requested by Management Personnel.

Ensure proper product packaging is complete before placing in proper location.

Must adhere to normal work schedule, starting and stopping times and company attendance / tardiness policy.

Must be able to work necessary overtime.

Assist in other jobs and duties as needed.

Perform any duties you are OJT certified to do.

Helping to keep the work area clean.

Qualifications :

Must be able to sit on a Lift Truck for long periods of time.

Must be able to mount / dismount lift truck 80 to 90 times per shift.

Must be able to work in a warehouse environment.

Must be able to physically handle up to 50 pounds multiple times per shift.

Must be able to handle rough backing and latex-based products

Must Be able to perform the duties of an LTO II.

Must be able to read and write numbers.

Must be able to communicate clearly.

Must have general computer knowledge.

Must be able to write legibly.

Must be able to perform simple mathematics.

Must be able to use On Board Computer.

Shaw benefits include :

Medical, dental, vision insurance and Pet insurance

Life insurance and disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Health savings account

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

401K and Retirement Plans

Product discounts for employees

Gym membership discounts

Adoption assistance

Shaw Family Health Center (Dalton, GA, and Cartersville, GA, locations)

And much more.

Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts PM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Last updated : 2024-05-03