Yard Worker / Forklift Operator
Pay: $22-$24.00 per hour (Based on Experience)
Location: Montezuma, IA
Industry: Building Materials Manufacturing
Join a Growing Building Products Manufacturer
We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Yard Worker / Forklift Operator to join our team. This position supports daily yard operations by loading and unloading materials, operating forklifts, preparing shipments, and maintaining an organized lumber yard. When yard activity slows, this position will assist the production team with manufacturing operations.
Candidates with forklift, shipping and receiving, warehouse, or lumber yard experience are encouraged to apply.
Experience in the building materials industry or lumber yard operations is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Operate forklifts to safely load, unload, and transport materials throughout the yard
- Receive incoming shipments and verify materials against bills of lading and shipping documents
- Prepare and stage customer orders for shipment
- Maintain organized inventory and storage areas
- Assist with shipping and receiving activities, including documentation and inventory verification
- Load lumber, wall panels, trusses, and other building materials onto trucks
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized yard
- Inspect forklifts and equipment before use and report maintenance concerns
- Assist the production team with manufacturing duties when yard activity is slow
- Follow all company safety procedures and operating standards
Qualifications
- Previous forklift experience required
- Shipping and receiving experience preferred
- Ability to read and reconcile bills of lading, manifests, and shipping paperwork
- Warehouse or material handling experience preferred
- Lumber yard or building materials experience is a plus
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
- Ability to work independently and with a team
- Willingness to assist in production as business needs require
Physical Requirements
- Frequently lift up to 50 pounds
- Stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift
- Work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment
- Perform physical labor in a fast-paced work environment
Preferred Experience
- Forklift Operation
- Shipping & Receiving
- Warehouse Operations
- Inventory Control
- Bill of Lading & Manifest Reconciliation
- Lumber Yard Operations
- Building Materials
- Construction Materials
- Production Manufacturing
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
