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Industrial Forklift Grifton, NC


Job Location:

Grifton, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 14 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS- Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available toVeterans Transitioning Military National Guard and Reserve Members Military Spouses Wounded Warriors and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set education requirements and experience please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise this role is On-Site at the location detailed in the job post.


Description
Weyerhaeuser Company is currently accepting applications for an Industrial Forklift Operator position at our Lumber facility in Grifton NC. Weyerhaeuser offers stable employment excellent pay and benefits and a chance to grow a career. We are seeking individuals who are committed to safety have a positive attitude excellent work ethic and a desire to work in a manufacturing facility.


Safety First Culture We prioritize your well-being every day.
Competitive Pay $20.97 per hour
Career Growth Opportunities to learn grow and advance.
Outstanding Benefits Full medical dental and vision coverage.
Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our companys 401k plan which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your eligible pay (unless you are enrolled in the defined benefit pension plan).

Key Functions:

Operate large forklift to move pack of green lumber from the sawmill correctly stack the lumber on kiln carts for drying breakdown carts of dried lumber and place packs of dried lumber onto the track system to feed the lumber to the planer mill.
Operate and maintain CDK kilns (troubleshooting ID parts instrument calibration maintenance and PMs) to ensure quality dried lumber including cleaning of the kilns and maintaining housekeeping standards in the area.
Manage lumber rotation (green and dry) and follow QC guidelines (track/file control charts audits etc.) for drying lumber.
Input requisitions into SAP
Set-up and tear down kiln cars
Band lumber at green stacker
Keep the kiln area green and rough dry lumber yards clean

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of one year of experience operating a large forklift.
Able to work safely and follow all company policies and procedures.
Previous experience drying lumber preferred
Must have demonstrated leadership and team skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Must have good computer skills. (Strong Excel skills)
Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
Good decision-making skills.
Able to conduct visual equipment inspections perform basic preventive maintenance and assist maintenance in troubleshooting/improving equipment.
Must be able to do basic math read dials and insert data into spreadsheets.
Must be willing to work a 12-hour rotating/variable shift including weekends overtime and holidays.
Able to work in extreme temperatures in dusty and noisy conditions while wearing safety equipment.
Must be able to meet the essential job function of this position including but not limited to lift 2-20 pounds regularly lift up to 50 pounds occasionally climb steps and ladders work from height and work in tight spaces
Successful completion of assessment process background check and post-offer pre-employment drug screen and physical

About Company

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