Forklift and Building Materials Operator - Albany, OR
Posted on: 16 Feb 2021
Albany, OR
Job Description
Description
Weyerhaeuser's Distribution business is a leader in distributing building products for residential, light commercial and home improvement applications worldwide. We're looking to grow our business with innovative associates who can contribute to a culture that embraces diversity and rewards imagination. Our associates are the real reason we've been in business for over 100 years. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits.
We have immediate openings for Operations Associates.
Under the direction of the Site Operations Manager and designated Shift Leads, this position is responsible for all activities associated with the movement and handling of materials related to the warehouse.
Open positions available on swing (2nd) and graveyard (3rd) shifts.
Qualifications
Key Responsibilities/Attributes:
* Takes responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others by addressing any unsafe practices observed
* Seeks input from operations leader and/or team member when the safety of a task is in question
* Wears all personal protective equipment required
* Safely operates and maintains propane or gas forklift to unload, move, store, stage and load products
* Accurately counts units, multiplies, adds, subtracts, and records, totals
* Accurately counts and documents shipping and receiving activities
* Works safely
* Strong customer service orientation
* Attention to detail and accuracy
Competencies & Knowledge:
* Understands the customer and whats important to their business
* Familiar or experience with steel remanufacturing equipment
* Forklift operator experience necessary
* Ability to work within a team to solve problems and complete tasks
* Developing knowledge of building materials products, warehouse facilities and lift trucks
* Strong planning and organization skills
* Computer skills
Education & Experience
* High school degree or equivalency
* Experience working warehouse operations
About Wood Products:
We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.
For more than a century, weve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.
Weyerhaeuser
Seattle, WA
For more than a century, we’ve been growing trees and making forest products that improve lives in fundamental ways. Our wood products are used to build homes where families are sheltered and raised. Our land forms the building blocks of responsible development. And our forests are used for recreation, conservation and different forms of renewable energy.
No matter where you go in our company, you’ll find our vision poster hanging in offices, hallways, break rooms and conference rooms. But for us, it’s not just a poster on a wall. It’s an equation for success, and we strive to live by it every day.
OUR VISION
Working together to be the world’s premier timber, land, and forest products company.
WHY WE MATTER
We manage the most sustainable, versatile resource on earth: forests. We're experts at using trees to make products people need, and we do it the right way so our forests will last forever.
HOW WE WIN
Core Values
Safety: It’s first on our list for a reason. We always start with safety, no exceptions.
Integrity: We do the right thing, the right way, for the right reasons.
Citizenship: The communities where we live and work are important. We help them thrive.
Sustainability: Since 1900, we’ve balanced the needs of today with the needs of tomorrow.
Inclusion: We want a workplace where everyone feels welcome, heard, and excited to grow and develop.
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IndustryAgricbusiness/Forestation
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No. of Employees9,300+
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