Job Description

As a Forklift Operator at Steel Technologies, your main responsibility is to ensure material is being moved throughout the plant according to production standards. Safety is the utmost importance in this role and we’re looking for someone who we can count on to perform the job safely and efficiently. We depend on this position in order to maintain production flow and ensure daily goals are met.

1st Shift - Monday to Thursday 5:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Starting pay $16.75-$18.75

How you’ll contribute to our company:

• Operate forklift to transport materials to and from storage areas, work stations, and within other areas of assignment
• Load, transport, unload and stack materials in accordance with established procedures
• Maintain up-to-date forklift certification
• Communicate non-compliance and/or quality problems to supervisor and/or shift lead
• Clean and maintain housekeeping of finished goods storage area

Here’s what we can offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision after 60 days of employment
• Competitive Wellness Program, providing up to 100% discount on medical premiums
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Accident Insurance through Allstate for additional coverage on accidents + cancer
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) after 60 days of employment + competitive match after one year
• Paid Time Off starting after 90 days of employment
• Paid Holidays starting day one!
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
• Great discount programs in automotive, technology, and more
• Boot and Glasses Allowance after 60 days of employment
• Free uniforms after 60 days of employment
• Monthly Incentive Bonus after one full month of employment
• Education Assistance is available for job related courses to further your education, with up to 100% paid tuition for maintenance-related coursework and certifications
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Teammate Assistance Program (TAP) which offers professional assistance for Counseling, Financial, Legal, and Family services

Here’s what is needed to be successful:

• Ability to use tape measures, micrometers and calipers
• Ability to comply with safety rules and requirements
• Ability to pass and maintain forklift licenses
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds

Steel Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any classification protected by federal, state and/or local law.