Forklift Operator-Longview, WA

Basic Job Functions:

Skyline Steel, LLC, a division of Nucor, the nation's largest recycler and largest manufacturer of steel and steel products, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Forklift Operator. The Forklift Operator is responsible for, but are not limited to:
•    Reads work orders or follows oral instructions to determine materials to be moved.
•    Receives items for shipment, inspects visually for identity, quantity, and condition. Checks for obvious damage and segregates items requiring special handling.
•    Loads and unloads materials onto, from trucks, or with forklift or other handling equipment.
•    Loads materials onto rail cars and installs strapping or bracing to prevent shifting or damage in transit.
•    Counts specific material in cycle counts.
•    Ensures proper identification. Identifies all shipments by proper marking and labeling, including special handling instructions.
•    Lifts heavy objects by hand and cleans work area, machines, and equipment. Conducts safety and equipment checks daily.
•    Operates machinery such as banding, taping, and sealing.
•    Follows all safety procedures. Actively works to improve individual and site safety record.
•    Actively works for continuous quality improvement.
•    Identifies and implements continual improvement initiatives to enhance the performance of the position, team, and company
•    Perform detailed equipment inspections and preventative maintenance following OEM specifications.
•    Must be willing to work any shift.
WHY NUCOR?
With a firm commitment to our team members and a variety of other benefits and performance incentives, it’s easy to see why Nucor is named one of America’s best employers. We work together to create a safe, positive, and engaging environment for each other. While delivering the highest quality products and service for our customers, we lead the steel industry in environmental responsibility.  Joining our team means working with people who have your back and are invested in helping you build a strong future. You will never stop learning at Nucor – and when you are ready to take the next step in your career, we’re ready, too.
SOME OF THE BEST BENEFITS IN THE BUSINESS
Medical and dental are just the beginning. We value our teammates and offer benefits packages that also include profit sharing, retirement savings, scholarships and tuition reimbursement, and unlimited growth potential.  We strive to avoid implementing layoffs or furloughing our Teammates. We very strongly believe that a Nucor Teammate who does their job properly today, should feel confident that they will have a job tomorrow.  For more information on our benefits go to Nucor.com/benefits

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong knowledge and operating abilities specific to Taylor forklifts