Forklift Operator

Company: ECMD
Location: Summerville
Posted on: June 22, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionStarting Pay: $20.00 per hour + excellent benefitsWho we are and what we value:ECMD is100% employee ownedwith a mission to improve the lives of our employees. Founded by innovative entrepreneurs who created the modern building materials global supply chain, their passion and integrity remain the fabric of our culture. ECMD's culture is rooted in small-town, rural, southern valueswe keep it real, honest, and down to earth.ECMD partners with big-box retail and pro lumber yards customers nationwide to provide a world-class supply chain to builders, remodelers, finish carpenters, and consumers with the materials needed to complete simple projects to dream houses. By leveraging technology and the team's passion for its customers, ECMD has built a strategic integrated portfolio of 6 operating divisions: EastCoast Mouldings, Klumb Forest Products, Crown Heritage Stairs, ECMD Distribution, Arndt & Herman Building Products and Clifton Moulding Co.Job Duties and Responsibilities:The Forklift Operator is responsible for the operation of a forklift in a warehouse setting and performing various material handling duties. This position requires a high level of skill and ability to ensure that the product is handled in an expedient and safe manner without damage. This position involves the transport, organization, and placement of product in a well-organized and neat manner within the appropriate area of the warehouse, on a truck, or other appropriate location. This individual should possess a good working knowledge of materials handling equipment. The forklift operator is responsible for performing safety inspections of equipment prior to use and for ensuring preventive maintenance and service is performed on a regular basis. Successful completion of instructional course(s) and proper licensing is required prior to operation of any equipment.Physical Demands:1. Ability to lift and carry loads up to 75 pounds.2. Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach above shoulder level, crouch kneel, push/pull material,and operate material handling equipment as required.3. Ability to frequently use both feet and both hands.Compensation and Benefits

• Starting Pay: $20.00per hour
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Other benefits include access to medical, dental, vision, life and disability starting after 90 days
• 401k
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

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