The Weyerhaeuser Long Beach Lumber Distribution Center, is located on Terminal Island at the Port of Long Beach, California. The forklift operator will join a team of employees that receive, stage, prep, and load lumber products while maintaining the facility and equipment. As site demands have grown, we are seeking a self starter who can maintain a positive attitude and good work ethic.
Our starting rate is $23.16
Key Functions:
- Total Commitment to working safe and following all safety rule and regulations.
- Safely operates and maintains propane or diesel power forklift.
- Load and unload item from truck, barge, and rail cars.
- Prepare product for final sale.
- Clean production areas.
- Perform preventive maintenance check list on equipment.
- Successfully complete tasks and able to work independently.
Qualifications
- This is a union position – the work force is represented by the United Brotherhood of Carpenters & Joiners of America – upon hiring, new site employees are required to join this union
- All applicants must have a minimum of a high school diploma or have GED, have a solid work history, and be committed to safety
- General computer knowledge preferred
- Good communication skills including ability to demonstrate honest exchange of information and treat all employees with respect and dignity
- Eligible to work in the United States and qualification to enroll in TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) Program
- Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment testing process, including a background-check and drug screen
- Resume detailing education and work history required for consideration
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.
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.
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