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Shipping Forklift Operator
full-time

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About this role

At Weyerhaeuser, our most valued resources aren’t only the trees and timberlands we oversee.  Our employees are the real reason we’ve been in business for over 100 years.  Their skill and ingenuity have made Weyerhaeuser one of the leaders in timberland management, and manufacturing and distribution of wood products in the world.

Weyerhaeuser is currently recruiting for motivated team member(s) to fill the role of Shipping Forklift Operator for our lumber manufacturing facility located in Grifton, NC.

Why You Should Join Our Team:

  • High Performing, Safety Driven Culture
  • Starting rate $18.30
  • Work hours are 5:00pm - 4:00am Monday through Friday
  • Career development opportunities
  • Quarterly Bonus Payout
  • 401K match + an additional contribution from the company
  • Full medical, dental and vision benefits 
  • $1,000 sign-on bonus (external candidates only).  Details on the payout will be available to applicants when an offer is made. 
  • Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5%25 of your eligible pay.

Key Functions:

  • Total commitment to working safe and following all safety rules and regulations.
  • Safely operates and maintains a gas forklift to unload, move, store, stage, load and unload
  • Responsible for housekeeping of assigned production area – cleaning, sweeping, and removing debris and lumber.
  • Safe start up and shut down of equipment in assigned are of responsibility
  • Interprets work instructions and successfully completes tasks as delegated
  • Accurately counts units, multiplies, adds, subtracts, and records totals
  • Must demonstrate willingness and ability to learn new jobs and skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Communicating with team members and leadership to ensure consistent exchange of information relative to position


  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Able to work safely and follow all company policies and procedures
  • Resume detailing education and work history
  • Minimum one (1) year of experience operating forklifts and/or other mobile lift equipment
  • Previous Forklift operator certification preferred
  • Ability to work within a team to resolve issues and complete tasks
  • Able to perform basic math and computer skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Must be flexible with work schedule and able to work any shift, weekends, overtime, holidays as needed
  • Able to perform all essentials job functions in an industrial environment, which may include lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing steps/ladders, working from heights, standing or walking for 2-3 hours at a time for 10 hours or more, working in extreme temperatures, dust, and noise while wearing all safety equipment
  • Successful completion of assessment process, background check and post-offer pre-employment drug screen and physical 

About Weyerhaeuser

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

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, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

Other facts

Tech stack
Forklift Operation,Safety Compliance,Housekeeping,Equipment Maintenance,Communication,Basic Math Skills,Teamwork,Attention to Detail,Problem Solving,Flexibility,Record Keeping,Learning Ability

About Weyerhaeuser

We manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations around the world, we offer a range of exciting careers opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

Be sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @Weyerhaeuser

Team size: 10,001+ employees
LinkedIn: Visit
Industry: Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
Founding Year: 1900

What you'll do

  • The Shipping Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating a gas forklift to unload, move, store, and load materials while maintaining a clean production area. They must also follow safety rules and regulations and communicate effectively with team members.

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What does a Shipping Forklift Operator do at Weyerhaeuser?

As a Shipping Forklift Operator at Weyerhaeuser, you will: the Shipping Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating a gas forklift to unload, move, store, and load materials while maintaining a clean production area. They must also follow safety rules and regulations and communicate effectively with team members..

Why join Weyerhaeuser as a Shipping Forklift Operator?

Weyerhaeuser is a leading Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing company.

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